Benign intracranial hypertension also referred to as intracranial hypertension or pseudo cerebri, caused due to the increased pressure of cerebrospinal fluid inside the skull. The accumulation of excess cerebrospinal fluid around the brain and the spinal cord creates pressure over the brain and on the optic nerve, which may cause vision problems.
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Will continuous intake of Doxycycline for 10 days cause intracranial hypertension?
Query: Topic: Doxycycline and Intracranial Hypertension. I was prescribed 10 days Doxycycline (100mg twice a day) for a mild ear infection. I went back at 5 days and they said the infection was cleared and that I was able to stop taking it. I felt kind of stuck, because I was afraid to stop taking an ant... Read Full »
Dr. Peter Bryant Rapsing Grutas
Answer: Hello! Thank you for this information. Although doxycyline may induce intracranial hypertension, it is relatively safe as long as you are guided by a doctor, and not a prescription online alone . Risk factor of developing intracranial hypertension in women includes obesity and with history of intr... Read Full »