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Hydrocephalus is an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid in the ventricles of the brain, leading to their enlargement and swelling.
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Symptoms
The symptoms depend on the cause of the blockage, the person's age, and how much brain tissue has been damaged by the s...
Causes
Hydrocephalus is due to a problem with the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), the liquid that surrounds the brain and s...
Tests
When a health care provider taps fingertips on the skull, there may be abnormal sounds that indicated thinning and sepa...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to reduce or prevent brain damage by improving the flow of CSF. The blockage may be surgically...
Complications
Shunt placement may lead to blockage. Symptoms of such a blockage include headache and vomiting. Surgeons may be able t...
Prevention
Protect the head of an infant or child from injury. Prompt treatment of infections and other disorders associated with ...
Doctor Specialties
Seek immediate medical care if your child has any symptoms of this disorder. Go to the emergency room or call 911 if em...
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