Idiopathic intracranial hypertension

Question 1

typical presentation of idiopathic intracranial hypertension

Answer 1

• a constant throbbing headache which may be worse in the morning, when leaning forward/lying down or when coughing or sneezing
• temporary loss of vision on changing stance (sitting to standing) may occur

Question 2

what causes idiopathic intracranial hypertension?

Answer 2

increased CSF present in brain

Question 3

treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension

Answer 3

• Caused by increased CSF present in the brain, therefore treatment is based around reducing CSF production – acetazolamide
• You may also add a diuretic to excrete more fluids