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Why does hydrocephalus cause learning impairment?
Hydrocephalus can cause learning impairment by putting pressure on the brain.
What is Congenital Hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus, also known as water on the brain, is a condition where an abnormal amount of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up in the ventricles of the brain. This is a common secondary condition to the neural tube defect Spina Bifida, but it can occur on it's own, most likely from a head injury.
Why would a mass in the third ventricle cause hydrocephalus?
I happen to have hydrocephalus :/ and that mass could cause a blockage, requirring insertion of a shunt by neurosurgeons.
What is a common cause of congenital hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus is usually the result of one or more brain disorders within the skull, refer link below.
Which term means abnormally increases amount of cerebrospinal fluid within the brain?
Too much cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the cranium (skull) is called hydrocephalus, which may cause an increase in head circumference.
What causes adult onset hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus results when more fluid enters the brain than leaves. A blockage or swelling can stop fluid from draining. According to the NIH, The majority of cases of NPH are idiopathic (meaning of unknown cause). NPH can also develop as the result of a head injury, cranial surgery, subarachnoid hemorrhage, tumor or cysts, as well as subdural hematomas, bleeding during surgery, meningitis and other brain infections.
Can Spina Bifida cause learning disability?
Spina Bifida is often accompanied by hydrocephalus, or "water on the brain," which can cause learning disabilities. But not all children with Spina Bifida have hydrocephalus and therefore not all of them will have learning disabilities. Early intervention is vital.
Is chiari 1 malformation also known as hydrocephalus?
No, but chiari malformation can cause hydrocephalus. In chiari malformation, the hindbrain sits low. This can constrict the normal passageways for CSF (cerebral spinal fluid). If the CSF can't flow properly, it builds up. This is known as hydrocephalus.
Can lactulose cause bleeding?
Lactulose cannot, by itself, cause bleeding.
What injury would most likely cause obstructive shock?
Cardiac tamponade
How is memory affected by Spina Bifida?
People with Spina Bifida can be born with hydrocephalus ("water on the brain), which can cause memory problems. But not all people with Spina Bifida have hydrocephalus, and therefore not all of them have memory problems.
Can belly hernia cause bleeding from rectal area?
Yes it can cause bleeding
