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A member asked:
Can chiari malformation kill you? i have eds hypermobility, pots, syrinx. suspecting chiari malformation and i just found out i'm pregnant i'm scared
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Please dont be scare: Chiari i malformation is not life threatening and can be conservatively managed in most cases. Congratulations on your pregnancy- please enjoy it rather than worry as your mental state has an impact on the growing fetus. Good luck and well wishes!
Answered 8/23/2021
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