Stories
Craniotomy
I had a craniotomy for a meningioma. There was the possibility that the tumor would grow and interrupt the blood flow through my brain. Read More
CAT Scan
I was in the ER and had just been diagnosed with meningitis. The doctors ordered a CT scan on my head. Read More
CAT Scan with Contrasting Agent
I was in the ER and had just been diagnosed with meningitis. The doctors ordered a CT scan on my head using and iodine-based contrast agent to better evaluate what was contributing to my headaches and vomiting. Read More
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
I was in the emergency room with symptoms consistent with meningitis so the doctors advised that they perform a lumbar puncture. Read More
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
I had a terrible headache and was in the emergency room in the middle of the night. The D.O. (osteopathic physician) recommended a lumbar puncture to rule out the possibility that I might have meningitis (an infection of the membranes around the brain which can be life threatening). Read More
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
I had a lumbar puncture to test spinal fluid for the presence of blast cells (cancer cells) and to administer chemotherapy. I was brought into the procedure room. There was a flat table that is able to remain horizontal or rise vertically. Read More
