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If someone has ehlers danlos and may have several csf leaks. how is this diagnosed and fixed? how do they see and fix multiple leaks?? is it possible? is t a myleogram dangerous with ehlers danlos. any less invasive testing? mri shows chiari?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ehlers Danlos: CSF leaks in Ehlers Danlos is a complex problem and requires a specialist. Discuss this with your Dr and take the time to write down your questions before you see them so that you can get all your concerns addressed.

Answered 1/8/2021

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A member asked:

If someone has ehlers danlos and may have several csf leaks. how is this diagnosed and fixed? how do they see and fix multiple leaks?? is it possible? is t a myleogram dangerous with ehlers danlos. any less invasive testing? mri shows chiari?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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