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… Congenital hydrocephalus is a buildup of excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain at birth. The extra fluid … the brain called ventricles, and then around the brain and spinal cord. The fluid is then absorbed by the thin tissue around the brain and spinal cord. But with hydrocephalus, the fluid can't move …
Medical tests
… They include blood, urine, stool (feces), organ tissue, spinal fluid, and saliva. The type of sample used for the … stool, urine, or nasal washings may be taken. A sample of spinal fluid can be taken through a lumbar puncture (spinal tap). A biopsy sample may be taken using a needle or …
Medications
… Warning People using this medication may bleed near the spinal cord after certain spinal procedures. Bleeding in this area can cause paralysis … with your doctor about the benefits and risks before any spinal procedure. Your doctor may direct you to stop this …
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… help with growth and reduce the risk of lung infections. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA): SMA affects the nerves that …
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… (sepsis), lung (pneumonia), or tissues around the brain and spinal cord (meningitis). Newborns infected with group B … show signs of a serious infection, the doctor may test the spinal fluid. How is group B streptococcal infection … (sepsis), lung (pneumonia), or tissues around the brain and spinal cord (meningitis). Newborns infected with group B …
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… relaxant called baclofen may be delivered directly to the spinal cord through a small tube. The tube is implanted into the spinal cord by a surgeon, who also implants a small pump … relaxant called baclofen may be delivered directly to the spinal cord through a small tube. The tube is implanted into …
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… what's safest for you and your baby. Cervical Cerclage Preterm Labour Current as of: … what's safest for you and your baby. Cervical Cerclage Preterm Labour Current as of: …
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… problems include a herniated disc or lumbar narrowing (stenosis). Pulled muscles, ligaments, or tendons in the leg … problems include a herniated disc or lumbar narrowing (stenosis). Pulled muscles, ligaments, or tendons in the leg …
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… as MS, affects the central nervous system—the brain and spinal cord. Multiple sclerosis can affect muscle control …
Medications
… the legs. People taking this medication may bleed near the spinal cord after certain spinal procedures. Bleeding in this area can cause paralysis … Ask your doctor about the benefits and risks before any spinal procedure. The risk of bleeding may be higher if you …
