How do I get doctors to take me seriously about a potential CSF Leak?

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I don’t drink, smoke/vape, or take any recreational drugs. I’ve never had a serious injury, I can remember plenty of times slightly tweaking my back or shoulder while exercising. I’ve worked out for many years but when this started the fatigue and muscle weakness didn’t allow me to keep working out. I can think of plenty of occasions I might’ve hit my head on something but not severe enough to seek medical attention at the time. Could it be related? Possibly, it’s hard to think of every time something like that could’ve happened. Every blood test is in the normal range besides the few I mentioned which didn’t seem to a be a cause of concern. I haven’t seen a cardiologist but I’ve seen pulmonary and lungs/breathing were fine. Also, a chest X-ray was done which came back normal. My diet is well balanced, I include protein, carbs, fats, fruits, and vegetables. No issues there as I’ve been monitoring what I eat as well. Last year when this occurred I did lose some weight about 15-20 pounds, I gradually gained that weight back over the past year. I am a man so I don’t deal with any menstrual related issues. My iron levels were normal as well too. God bless you too, I’ll continue to pray. Happy Easter.

Thanks for the response. I understand the possibly of these symptoms being related to something else. However, I’ve had extensive work up… multiple blood test, panels, CT’s/MRI’s, etc. I don’t have allergies or deal with inflammation. This was ruled out very early on. I took antibiotics due to suspicion of a sinus/ bacterial infection. My symptoms were the same before and after the course of antibiotics. I’ve been very subjective to ruling out multiple things and have seen various specialist for that. In addition, ALL my symptoms are actually pointing a leak, but I haven’t seen a provider who’s specializing in leaks. The headaches started years ago. However, the majority of the neurological symptoms were sudden and got worse extremely quickly. Most people don’t realize there are many types of leaks, including ones that are missed on imaging. Diagnosing a leak is very difficult and the average person will see over 7 different doctors before getting a diagnose. Nobody wants to be labeled a hypochondriac. In conclusion, due to my continuous debilitating symptoms it’s extremely hard to live a normal life. It’s easy to say you might just have allergies or an occasional migraine but there have been tests done early to rule that out. There are many patients who were once overlooked after seeing several specialist and a long time of suffering are now telling their story about how a leak was found years later because the right doctor heard them and didn’t give up. Having perspective in a field like medicine is so important. Unfortunately many physicians carry bias and are quick to dismiss a patient’s concerns based off their own experience and understanding. Being put in front of the right person can change a persons life.

My ongoing symptoms continue to worsen, most days it’s hard to even function properly. From the time I wake up until the end of the day I experience nausea, headaches, dizziness, visual disturbances, changes in hearing, clicking in the ears, loss of balance, muscle weakness, facial/body tingling, problems with concentration, memory loss, bitter metallic taste, a rain drop sensation throughout my body, and etc. However, my concerns are brushed off with no sense of seriousness in what I’m experiencing. I’ve been overlooked for so long as I continue to suffer and feel as if I’m being neglected of a serious ongoing issue. If anyone has any recommendations or resources of providers who will be committed to helping me please reach out. Advocating for yourself is so tiring, I’ll continue to pray and keep my faith strong. One day it will all make sense for the glory of God.

My ongoing symptoms continue to worsen, most days it’s hard to even function properly. From the time I wake up until the end of the day I experience nausea, headaches, dizziness, visual disturbances, changes in hearing, clicking in the ears, loss of balance, muscle weakness, facial/body tingling, problems with concentration, memory loss, bitter metallic taste, a rain drop sensation throughout my body, and etc. However, my concerns are brushed off with no sense of seriousness in what I’m experiencing. I’ve been overlooked for so long as I continue to suffer and feel as if I’m being neglected of a serious ongoing issue. If anyone has any recommendations or resources of providers who will be committed to helping me please reach out. Advocating for yourself is so tiring, I’ll continue to pray and keep my faith strong. One day it will all make sense for the glory of God.