surgery for shunt on 01/27/03

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Hi everyone! I had decompression surgery back in September and am now

having a shunt put in on Monday the 27th of January. My MRI and

CATscans looked relatively normal but after seeing my opthomologist

and my symptoms again there is obviously a buildup of fluid/pressure.

My opthomologist cannot believe that I have not started to lose any

vision yet. My neurosurgeon wants to do this right away, so I will be

having surgery on Monday. I have heard not to strain in any way if

possible after surgery and to really monitor my type of headaches

along with my position. I will be having the programmable shunt. Can

anyone advise me of anything to expect or anticipate after this

surgery? I appreciate your responses and look forward to chatting

with you after my recovery. I am so very thankful for this great

group of people!

Thanks so much!

Beth