I see these posts are pretty old, but if anyone is still watching this thread, I can't help but wonder how many Dxed w/ Intercranial Hypertension have been on, or been treated with corticosteroids? Other medications?

Looking at what you are taking, or have been given, may just help you avoid a shunt.

BTW, Glycerol taken orally can reduce intracranial pressure. I have to wonder why the jump to such a radical, invasive treatment w/out trying something far less radical 1st? It IS syrupy & not exactly pleasant, but you can get used to it rather quickly, take it in your drinks (vitamin Water & Propel don't taste too horribly bad with it.)

I have to wonder about everything from OTC cortisone creme to Medrol, Kenalog & other corticosteroids as being a possible cause???

VERY curious!