Intracranial Hypertension

Certain conditions could occur without knowing the reason, like idiopathic intracranial hypertension, which could lead to serious complications if it isn’t managed.

Intracranial hypertension

Intracranial hypertension occurs when there is an increased pressure inside the skull and around the brain.

Intracranial hypertension isn’t common, and it isn’t life-threatening, but it could lead to serious complications if left unmanaged.

Causes of intracranial hypertension

• This condition occurs due to the buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in the skull. The cause of this condition isn’t known, and that’s why it’s called idiopathic intracranial hypertension.
• The risk of intracranial hypertension increases between the ages of 20 and 45, when a person has a body mass index (BMI) above 30, and in females.

Symptoms of intracranial hypertension

• Sudden and severe headache.
• Double vision.
• Loss of peripheral vision.
• Tinnitus.
• Temporary blindness or the existence of blind spots in the vision.
• Extreme tiredness.
• Neck and shoulder pain.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Intracranial hypertension could lead to permanent vision loss if it isn’t managed.

Diagnosis of intracranial hypertension

• Physical exam.
• Eye exam.
• Imaging tests.
• Lumbar puncture.

Treatment of intracranial hypertension

• Medications.
• Certain procedures.
• You should maintain a healthy weight to reduce the risk of intracranial hypertension.