Headache can be an uncommon complication of an epidural.
This can be caused by a leak in the cerebrospinal fluid, leading to the persistent headache. Tests to consider would be an MRI, as well as nuclear medicine studies that can trace the source of a possible leak.
If this is the case, a patch can be applied to seal the leak.
These options can be discussed with a neurologist.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin Pho, M.D.
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I got the eeg and Ct results which were ok, except there was an issue with the lumbar spine- LS-L5 degenerative diseas, with narrowing. Would this cause this? Also, I started recording the dizzy spells, which haven't been too troublesome, except for last week... They have been occuring after eating meals at times. I am not sure if that means something with blood pressure, insulin, etc... I can't figure out where to go next if these do not ease up. It did seem when I turned my head, I noticed the dizziness, or sitting down, but then again, my bp feels out of whack. I can't figure this out-thanks.
Also, the neuro is giving me an EEG and CT scan of the head next week.
JeDH,
Dear Dr, Pho and JeDH,
Thanks for the replies. I did go to the neuro, and he thought it was sinus and migraine, but I feel so woozy. I have never had this. He did give me z-pack. I think there may be a relation with blood pressure, as it is really low at home, but extremely high at the doctor office. I don't know what to do. I feel dizzy now, but my ears are full, my mouth feels dry and i am really tired. I am thinking if everything is clear, they will do the same JeDH, as my dr thinks I make the stuff up IMO. She never really seems to understand that I feel awful. I have to spell, write it out for her. During pregnancy, I even had to convince my obgyn I was having problems for a week, when finally, they noticed I had my amnio sack leaking for a week, and was going into labor.
I have had similar problems:
have been experiencing weird symptoms ever since I had my baby. I have been dealing with vision problems: swirling of vision, flashes, floaters, pain in my eyes. I also have had weird headaches: along temples,top of my head, and sinuses. I have had major bouts of dizziness, changes in my vision, I have not been as sharp with my processing skills. My head just feels like it is going to explode, or that I am going to explode.
I also just feel jittery and i have major numbness and weakness in my arms and legs, hands and feet!
I am convinced I have a brain tumor or MS or something.
I've been to numerous doctors and nothing is wrong...which I do not believe. Every time they want to prescribe an anti-depressant.
You might try the "Undiagnosed" forum and see if a doctor might answer or else the professional forum side. This forum is not for getting answers from doctors, but rather lay people, often with medical problems themselves who need help or want to help others.