- male
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
my dad has hydrocephalus and the doctors recommended shunt surgery is this the only option or can medicines help treat his condition without surgery
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For hydrocephalus, shunt surgery is the standard treatment. Medications can manage symptoms temporarily but won’t address the underlying issue. Consult with a pediatric neurosurgeon.
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Consult a Neurosurgeon
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