I had CSF leak after a surgery last year: had a schwannoma (tumor) on my nerve inside the spinal cord. The leak started three days after the surgery, all the standard symptoms, the headache went away about two days later. I didn't know CSF was still leaking. Two days ago they had to open my back again, take all the fluid out, patch the dura.
Now I am afraid of everything: lifting a mug of tea, pulling a heavy comforter, putting on a heavy jacket....
This morning I woke up with the familiar ringing in the ears. It might have started leaking again. I have a couple of questions:
Coffee - I read it helps to slow and stop the leak. Is that true? Or does it help with the headache?
Should I be lying on my back? Or is any horizontal position good? On a side, for example.
I heard enzymes (wobenzym or vitalzym) help healing fast. Did anyone try them?
Thank you!!!