Colloid cyst is a rare kind of neurological cyst seen in the third ventricle within the brain. The fluid inside a colloidal cyst is a gelatinous material that obstructs the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). When the flow is obstructed, pressure within the cranial vault increases and leads to headache and visual disturbances. In severe cases, this cyst can cause hydrocephalus or CSF accumulation within the brain.
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I am worried about being diagnosed with colloid brain cyst and associated symptoms. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,Last week, I could not remember stuff, was confused, hard to find words to communicate with, had a headache and issues with my right arm, and I was feeling weakness in my right arm. Now I just have memory issues along with a headache. Two days ago I found out that I have a colloid brain... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.Your CT (computed tomography) brain shows a 4-millimeter of colloid cyst with no hydrocephalus (HCP) (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Colloid cysts are known to cause temporary HCP (this gives rise ... Read Full »
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