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A Neurologist Explains the Breakdown Behind Billy Joel’s Brain Issue

Cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF, is a clear, colorless liquid that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and function of your central nervous system. It cushions the brain and spinal cord, ...

Woman Says ‘Nothing Could Have Prepared’ Her for the ‘Level of Suffering’ She Would Endure After Shocking Diagnosis (Exclusive)

The 28-year-old tells PEOPLE she spends "95%" of the day lying down, as standing for just a few minutes leads to "unbearable" ...
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Billy Joel has excess fluid in his brain – a neurologist explains what happens when this protective liquid gets out of balance

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Billy Joel was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus. Ethan Miller/Getty Images Cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF, is a clear, ...

Light-activated tissue adhesive patch offers rapid, watertight neurosurgical sealing

Durotomy is a common neurosurgical complication involving a tear in the dura mater, the protective membrane surrounding the ...
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Is it possible to test for a CSF leak at home?

It is not possible to test for a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak at home. However, knowing the possible symptoms of a CSF leak can help a person know when to seek emergency help to receive a diagnosis ...

Pusan National University Researchers Develop Light-Activated Tissue Adhesive Patch for Rapid, Watertight Neurosurgical Sealing

Durotomy is a common neurosurgical complication involving a tear in the dura mater, the protective membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Damage can cause cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage, ...