Benign Intracranial Hypertension? -

I was diagnosed with this over a year ago and had a shunt placed in my stomach. I just wanted to hear of anyone else s experiences with this disorder. It is pretty rare so I wasnt sure if there is anyone else out there much or not. Thanks.

Increased intracranial pressure causes severe headaches, neurological problems, i.e. weakness in the arms and/or legs, and vision problems which if untreated can result in complet loss of vision. The disease was renamed benign intracranial hypertension to distinguish it from intracranial hypertension due to cancer. When symptoms are worked up and found to be due to meningitis, it is then classified as secondary intracranial pressure. VP shunts are widely used for relieving pressure. You re in good hands!