Hydrocephalus
Also known as: Water On The Brain
Description
Hydrocephalus is a condition involving the excessive accumulation of fluid (e.g. Water or Cerebrospinal Fluid) within the intracranial region.
These Substances Alleviate Hydrocephalus
Nitrogen Compounds
Urea may function as a diuretic and may reduce the excessive intracranial pressure associated with Hydrocephalus. [1]
Hydrocephalus may Cause these Ailments as Side Effects
Nervous System
Hydrocephalus may cuase dilation of the Brain Ventricles and Spinal Cord and raised intracranial pressure (this can be fatal).
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