Articles
Abdominal Pain and Shunts
Understand how abdominal pain may relate to your shunt, what the causes may be, and when to contact your doctor.
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Lumbar Puncture Explained: How It Helps Diagnose NPH
A lumbar puncture, or tap test, helps diagnose normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) by draining cerebrospinal fluid and assessing changes in gait.
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Emotional Impact of Chronic Pain: Finding Acceptance
Emotional impact of chronic pain can feel overwhelming. Explore ways to heal emotionally, embrace acceptance, and live with renewed purpose.
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Dating With Hydrocephalus: Confidence and Boundaries
Learn how to approach dating with hydrocephalus—build confidence, set healthy boundaries, and create relationships grounded in trust and self-love.
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Hydrocephalus versus NPH: What’s the Difference?
Many people under 60 think they have NPH—but it’s almost always seen in older adults. Learn the real causes of symptoms and how to get the right diagnosis.
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Podcast: Dancing in the Rain: Scott + Angelica’s Story of Hope + Healing
In this heartfelt finale, Scott shares his journey through Angelica’s diagnosis, caregiving, and finding humor, hope, and resilience in the hardest moments.
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Shunt Infection: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
Learn how to recognize, treat, and recover from a shunt infection. Understand symptoms, surgery, and infection risks for different shunt types.
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Tests to Diagnose Shunt or ETV Failure
Learn how doctors use imaging, fluid tests, and pressure monitoring to diagnose shunt or ETV malfunction in people with hydrocephalus.
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Understanding Continuous Lumbar CSF Drainage for NPH
Continuous lumbar CSF drainage is a hospital-based procedure and vital diagnostic tool for normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), helping predict response to shunt surgery.
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Podcast: Self-Care is Not a Luxury, it’s a Responsibility: Advocacy and Resilience with Pediatric Psychologist Dr. Elizabeth McRae
In this podcast, pediatric psychologist Dr. Elizabeth McRae shares insights on self-care, resilience, and empowering families of medically complex kids.
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Podcast: The Search for the Silver Lining: Melissa & Abagail’s Hydrocephalus Story
Melissa joins the podcast to share Abagail’s hydrocephalus journey, reflecting on resilience, advocacy, and finding laughter along the way.
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Podcast: Helping Children with Hydrocephalus Thrive with Neuropsychologist Dr. Jennifer Queally
In our podcast, neuropsychologist Dr. Jennifer Queally shares how hydrocephalus impacts learning and offers strategies for kids to thrive.
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Podcast: Understanding Hydrocephalus: A Conversation with Pediatric Neurosurgeon Dr. Ramin Eskandari
This podcast explores hydrocephalus, treatment options, warning signs, and expert advice from Dr. Ramin Eskandari to guide patients and families.
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Podcast: Faith, Family, and Fight: Crystal & Natalie’s Story of Resilience
In this podcast episode, Crystal shares her journey of faith and resilience as she navigates hydrocephalus, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and autism with her daughter.
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Podcast: We Just One-Daying It: Miya + Mila’s Hydrocephalus Story
In our first podcast episode, Miya shares her raw, powerful journey of raising a child with hydrocephalus and cerebral palsy—through crisis and beyond.
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Podcast: When the Whole Family’s Admitted: NICU Care & Hope with Dr. Hallie Morris
Hydro Heroes Unite explores NICU life with Dr. Hallie Morris, sharing how hydrocephalus is diagnosed and how families find hope and support.
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Podcast: Introducing Hydro Heroes Unite
Hydro Heroes Unite is a hydrocephalus podcast for parents and caregivers, sharing real stories and expert insights on pediatric care.
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Pseudocysts in Hydrocephalus: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Learn about pseudocysts in hydrocephalus, their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for individuals with VP and LP shunts.
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Shunt Malfunction: Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about shunt malfunctions, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and when to seek medical attention.
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Central Sensitization in Hydrocephalus: Pain Amplification
Learn how central sensitization amplifies pain in hydrocephalus, intensifying chronic symptoms, and discover effective strategies for pain management.
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