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Your Healthcare Team

February 23, 2020

Living well with hydrocephalus often requires a team of healthcare providers. Together, you’ll monitor your condition.

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Disclosing in the Workplace

February 23, 2020

Living with and managing a chronic condition like hydrocephalus affects all aspects of your life, including the workplace. Feelings of fear of stigma are not uncommon.

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Communicating/non-communicating hydrocephalus

Communicating and Non-Communicating Hydrocephalus

February 21, 2020

Communicating hydrocephalus occurs when the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is blocked after it exits the ventricles. Non-communicating hydrocephalus occurs when the flow of CSF is blocked along one of or more of the narrow passages connecting the ventricles.

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Congenital Hydrocephalus

Congenital Hydrocephalus

February 21, 2020

Congenital hydrocephalus is caused by a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors during fetal development.

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Acquired Hydrocephalus

Acquired Hydrocephalus

February 21, 2020

Acquired hydrocephalus develops after birth as a result of neurological conditions such as head trauma, brain tumor, cyst, brain bleed, or infection.

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Extracurricular Activities and Hobbies: The Positive Effect They Have for Individuals with Disabilities

March 4, 2019

People with disabilities can benefit greatly by taking part in hobbies and extracurricular activities. Here are some tips to help you identify the activity that’s right for you.

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Post-surgical Depression

August 8, 2018

You are on the road to recovery after yet another surgery but suddenly you find yourself unable to focus. One minute you are sitting at your computer working and the next thing you know you are thinking back to being in the hospital and suddenly you are overwhelmed by emotion.

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