What Causes a Lumbar Puncture Headache?

Post-lumbar headache is a condition that refers to a headache caused by secondary intracranial hypotension after a lumbar puncture.

Headache after lumbar puncture

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Post-lumbar headache is a condition that refers to a headache caused by secondary intracranial hypotension after a lumbar puncture.
TCM disease name
Headache after lumbar puncture
Common locations
Skull
Common causes
Occurs within 48 hours after waist wear
Common symptoms
headache
Etiology: Mostly occur within 48 hours after lumbar puncture, usually lasting 2-3 days, and headache disappears completely after a maximum of two weeks. The performance and treatment of headache and other causes
In order to prevent headaches after lumbar puncture, use a small needle when puncturing, and the drainage rate should be slow. Patients should lie supine or prone for 4-6 hours after lumbar puncture, and give enough fluid. Once there is a headache after lumbar puncture, the patient should stay in bed more, move less, and drink more water. Generally, the symptoms can be relieved. If necessary, the solution can be cured by intravenous drip.

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