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Im concerned i might have a csf leak.. what should i do? what are the odds of a severe complication if it goes ignored?

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Short on details. Why do you suspect this? Head injury or spontaneous? And yes, complications like meningitis, etc.

Answered 5/31/2023

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Have you sustained significant trauma to the head or spine which would be causes of a CSF leak? Do you have fluid leaking from your nose? If so, you should be examined preferably in an ER where prompt testing (& specialists are on call.) is available. These injuries or spontaneous leaks are very serious issues.

Answered 6/1/2023

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