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sudden awakening

by amole, May 11, 2007 12:00AM

Tags: hydrocephalus, Neurology, headache, intermittent, intracranial, shunt, symptom, vision, vomiting, Increased intracranial pressure

Is sudden awakening a symptom of shunt malfunctioning?

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by Quixotic1, May 14, 2007 12:00AM

If it is, I would guess that the shunt malfunction is mild and intermittent. Typically shunt malfunction presents with more definite signs of increased intracranial pressure like headache, vision changes, personality changes, vomiting or lethargy.

But, if you're concerned, you should definitely give a call to your Dr.

Quix

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