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Slight swelling near vp shunt area

2023-12-18 07:24:47
My mother has slight swelling where VP shunt is placed behind the ear. She does not have fever and her sensorium is normal, but it hurts when someone touches it. Is this something to worry about?
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This can be sign of shunt failure.plz consult the neurosurgeon as soon as possible

Answered2023-12-18 07:28:09

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