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Very ill after lumber puncture

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susan7171
susan7171

I had a lumber puncture done as an outpatient went in the morning all done within couple hours told to lay down half hour then sit up half hour the. Allowed home felt ok slept ok that night next day I collapsed continuous vomiting headache like I never had before thought my head was going to explode was takin into hospital given morphine n anti sickness meds after a few hours settled down  if I’d of known I would never of had this done I’m in bed now so  I’ll anyone had similar problems they took 7 tubes as on my mri scan it showed inflamation of the brain and white particles but no ones as told me what they are testing for any answer would be helpful iv suffered dizzy spells and fallen a few times just wished I new why how long does it take for the lumber puncture results to come back as I was told some take 6 weeks .

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  • amy57522
    amy57522 susan7171

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    3rd and 12th of may I had them done and both times I was like this (I had meningitis) the hospital had me drinking black coffee for the rest of the day and then had me on IV caffeine which helped the low pressure headache. They told me to elevate my legs for a few days whilst I was still in hospital. I would ring 111 if you’re in the UK or go to urgent care. Epidural blood patch may help if you’re leaking fluid still as it may also be worth checking and to not be left. I am still suffering now 4 weeks later. Hugs to you and I hope it settles
  • dan03
    dan03 susan7171

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    Yes mine took 3 weeks before I could sit up for long period of time. About 2 months before started feeling back to normal. I was really weak for months after it. Just drink lots of fluids, water, tea, smoothies. A lot fruits and vegetables. Stay in bed and sleep as much as you can
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