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Is it safe to live with a csf leak caused by a myelogram?what are the long term consequences? 2 epidural blood patches havent fixed the leak i have.

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Dr. Felix Brizuela answered

Specializes in Neurology

No: it can cause fibrosis at the surface of the brain that can lead to bad consequences. You need that fixed.

Answered 1/17/2018

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A member asked:

Is it safe to live with a csf leak caused by a myelogram?what are the long term consequences? 2 epidural blood patches havent fixed the leak i have.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Felix Brizuela answered

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