Hello. I understand that you have shunt concerns, and have anxiety. Maybe I am wrong, but if you go into the ER, have it taken care of and fixed, the anxiety over it would go away. 5 weeks is a long time to have something that is not functioning right in your body. I would even with NO insurance. There are hospital advocates in almost every large hospital, that may be able to find a way to negate your bill. They did for me, when I needed a surgery, and could not afford it. Also the State Rehab agency maybe able to help you. Sometimes they pay for the treatment, as long as you can go back to work.
Research can bring anxiety, or it can calm you so you understand more, your own condition. I choose to know, by research. My anxiety drops when I understand more. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. ginnie