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Should someone with a long wait to see a neurosurgeon about untreated symptomatic hydrocephalus wear a medical id? i worry about the possibility of something happening in the meantime. does this make sense or is it excessive?

Q: should someone with a long wait to see a neurosurgeon about untreated symptomatic hydrocephalus wear a medical id? i worry about the possibility of something happening in the meantime. does this make sense or is it excessive?

: A medical ID bracelet makes sense.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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A medical ID bracelet makes sense.

Answered 12/21/2022

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A member asked:

Should someone with a long wait to see a neurosurgeon about untreated symptomatic hydrocephalus wear a medical id? i worry about the possibility of something happening in the meantime. does this make sense or is it excessive?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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