I have NPH
Diagnosed at 63
Tina
Story Written by Husband
Tina was diagnosed with NPH after months of unexplained changes and declining mobility. Now, her husband shares their ongoing journey of care and hope.
Diagnosed at 75
John
Story Written by Wife
John was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) at the age of 75. Sukey, John’s wife, shares his journey.
Diagnosed at 64
Barkley
Story Written by Self
Barkley’s story reflects perseverance, navigating life with normal pressure hydrocephalus, shunt surgeries, and setbacks with courage and hope.
Diagnosed at 73
Carol
Story Written by Self
Carol shares her journey with normal pressure hydrocephalus, from sudden memory loss to regaining independence after life-changing shunt surgery.
Diagnosed at 75
Karen
Story Written by Self
Karen went from struggling to walk to living well with NPH after shunt surgery—and now she’s advocating to raise awareness of hydrocephalus.
Diagnosed at 70
Harry
Story Written by Self
Misdiagnosed with Parkinson’s, Harry fought for the right diagnosis—NPH. Now, he’s rebuilding his life with therapy, community, and renewed independence.
Diagnosed at 70
Diane
Story Written by Self
At 70 years old, Diane was diagnosed with NPH after struggles with falls and incontinence. Following ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt surgery, she has made steady progress, moving from a walker to a cane, supported by her husband Alan and family as she embraces life’s challenges and small victories.
Diagnosed at 62
Olga
Story Written by Self
Olga confronted unexpected health hurdles at 62. From navigating unexplained falls to advocating for her treatment, her story embodies resilience.
Diagnosed at 67
Evelyn
Story Written by Author/Self
Evelyn shares how the surgical placement of a shunt for NPH transformed her life.
Diagnosed at 79
Mira
Story Written by Author/Self
Mira was diagnosed with NPH at the age of 79. She believes in early detection of hydrocephalus.
Diagnosed at 62
Kim
Story Written by Author/Self
Kim was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) at the age of 62.
Diagnosed at 66
Trish
Story Written by Author/Self
Trish was diagnosed with NPH and had shunt surgery. Thanks to that and several kinds of therapy, Trish is now back to doing what she loves.
Diagnosed at 34
Gary
Story Written by Author/Self
Gary has been living with NPH for over 40 years. He hopes the information he offers is helpful to someone that is just learning about the condition.
Diagnosed at 77
Dorothy
Story Written by Author/Self
Dorothy’s goal is to help others find an accurate NPH diagnosis and treatment to avoid what she, and so many, have experienced.
Merlin
Story Written by Author/Self
Merlin was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). She is a retired international flight attendant.