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An excess of CSF is produced (rare) - A blockage that doesn't
allow CSF to drain properly (more commonly) - Brain tumors -
Cancer in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) - Swelling in the CSF
(such as sarcoidosis) - Cysts in the brain - Malformations of
the brain, such as: - Brain injuries - Infections of the brain
or the meninges can be caused by a number of agents including
bacteria, mycobacteria, fungus, viruses, and parasites, such as:
- Problems with the blood vessel in the brain - Bleeding into
the brain or CSF space - Headache (often worse when lying down
or upon first awakening in the morning or with straining) -
Nausea / Vomiting - Problems with balance - Difficulty walking -
Poor coordination - Personality changes - Memory problems -
Dementia in the elderly - Coma and death - Slow development -
Loss of developmental milestones—no longer able to do activities
they once could do - Bulging fontanelle (soft spot on the head)
- Large head circumfe