I am desperate for a second opinion and feel like there is something not right, but my neurosurgeon is being dismissive of my concerns! I know this is a Chiari Malformation forum but can't find a decent hydrocephalus forum
I am a 28 year old female with a VP shunt. It is original, placed at 9 days old, with no revisions or lengthening. My neurosurgeon refuses to entertain the idea that I could be having issues even when I mention the following:
Increase in migraines with little relief from Excedrin Migraine for several months. Daily burning sensation in my neck (where my shunt is located) for the past 6 months. Nausea and dizziness.
I know I am probably not having a shunt malfunction but could it be possible my body is rejecting the shunt? What is the burning sensation that I keep having, and the neurosurgeon has no answer for? Should I get a second opinion?