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What do i do if i think i have cerebrospinal fluid (csf) leak?

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CSF leak: You will need to see a neurosurgeon who can guide some very sophisticated testing and imaging to determine the presence of a leak - this will then allow for targeted treatment options for you.

Answered 7/23/2020

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See a doctor: There is a specific laboratory test for CSF in nasal fluid that can settle if it is CSF leak.

Answered 7/24/2020

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