CSF leak again?????

[Katiefaye1991]

I already have had one CSF leak after the decompression surgery, they went in and fixed it surgically about 4 weeks ago. The last week though I’ve noticed my ears are ringing constantly and my ears pop everytime I swallow. Also sometimes when I get up I almost get a head rush? I don’t know how to explain it, almost feels like the pressure is dropping then get a small head thump. Last night I woke up to a drip of someonethiing wet on my neck, but only a small amount and it hasn’t been back since. I’m concerned though, could these be signs of another leak? I don’t have a headache, and if I do it’s really near my eyes and feels like sinuses. I see my surgeon on Thursday, so I’m gonna ask him then. But I know last time they said If I had another leak I may need a shunt. I don’t know much about the symptoms because the 1st leak was so fast to where fluid was pouring out, and never really noticed the symptoms

[selmaS]

Hi...what type of dura patch was used? Did they open the dura?....Did you have EDS ruled out? Ask these questions before talking about a shunt......

[Katiefaye1991]

I know I’ve said it before but I 110% do not have EDS. And it has nothing to do with the type of patch I have. I have been diagnosed with hydrocephalus within the last week. And I’m currently waiting for an infection to clear so I can have a shunt put in. I am lucky enough to have one of the best neurosurgeons and neurosurgeon teams in the country taking care of them. I’ve decided its best I trust them and not people on the internet from now on, because they know what they are talking about not just internet doctors. Thanks.

[selmaS]

Ok sorry I can't remember who has been checked and who hasn't.... I am glad you have Drs you can trust to help you with your post op issues....Good Luck.

[Katiefaye1991]

ALSO: I do have a bump of fluid on my incision line, that is painless. And feels like it’s getting smaller.