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Why am i getting the symptoms of hydrocephalus back when they tell me my shunt is working? i have papillodema and headaches
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Papilledema-post-op: What explanation did the doc give you? Can you get a second opinion? You should be free of symptoms.
Answered 7/29/2018
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