Therefore, the opinions and statements made in all articles and replies do not represent the official opinions of MGH and MGH Neurology. Neither is MGH or MGH Neurology responsible for the content of any articles or replies. No messages are screened for content. Pseudotumor cerebri can cause vision loss starting very slowly in this area. This syndrome usually affects young females, and women more so than men, and no cause has been found for it.
Treatment involves diuretic therapy, salt restriction, and sometimes it just goes away.
Pseudotumor is more common in overweight females, but can affect anyone. The stress aspect suggests elevated blood pressure and she can check this herself during the day with a inexpensive cuff. Taking her pressure often throughout the day, may reveal a problem. Return to original Article Click HERE to return to the main Neurology WebForum Homepage.