Hi those with Chiari type I will have a flare up of symptoms from ne type of strain....climbing stairs carrying something, lifting, even having a BM...a cough, or sneeze,.
This strain may also cause u to have a drop attack or black out and y it is advised we refrain from straining.
Can it cause permanent damage or any health risks? or is it more of an inconvenience...
That all depends on how u r being affected and how severe of a CSF obstruction u have.....by straining u cause a blockage of the flow which can cause u to black out etc....possibly even stop breathing, again depending on how u r being affected....ur Dr should be able to inform u just what the issues may be....
It will deff cause more pain and symptoms to flare...if u have a drop attack as a result the fall could cause other injuries,,,,,I had one and needed 2 surgeries on my knee and ankle....
Only ur Dr can tell u just how this may affect u.
I had to avoid straining because the instant severe headache isn't worth it. Its like 0-10 on a pain scale in 2 seconds... And I have come close to blacking out on numerous occasions. Everyone will be different based on their individual case.
Thank you all for your responses it is really helpful to be able to communicate with others with similar symptoms - and Merry Christmas to All.