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I am having issues with random headache, losing vision (temporary), and neck pain. mri shows low lying cerebellar tonsils (2mm) pcp says thats not the issue, it is vestibular migraines. should i get second opinion or do the vestibular therapy?

Q: i am having issues with random headache, losing vision (temporary), and neck pain. mri shows low lying cerebellar tonsils (2mm) pcp says thats not the issue, it is vestibular migraines. should i get second opinion or do the vestibular therapy?

: YES, see a neurologist. NO, vestibular therapy will be a waste of time. The cerebellar tonsil issue does not explain your symptoms, which most likely are secondary to migraine.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

YES, see a neurologist. NO, vestibular therapy will be a waste of time. The cerebellar tonsil issue does not explain your symptoms, which most likely are secondary to migraine.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/11/2023

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A member asked:

I am having issues with random headache, losing vision (temporary), and neck pain. mri shows low lying cerebellar tonsils (2mm) pcp says thats not the issue, it is vestibular migraines. should i get second opinion or do the vestibular therapy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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