What is aqueductal stenosis?
Aqueductal stenosis is a narrowing or an obstruction of the channel that connects two of the chambers within the brain. This channel is known as the aqueduct of Sylvius. This obstruction is a common cause of hydrocephalus, a condition where fluid accumulates in the brain.
How do members experience aqueductal stenosis?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with aqueductal stenosis*
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Top treatments taken by people for aqueductal stenosis*
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Who has aqueductal stenosis on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 2 | |
| 30s | 2 | |
| 40s | 1 | |
| 50s | 4 | |
| 60s | 1 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 2 | |
| Female | 8 |
Talk to people with aqueductal stenosis
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members say they have this condition