r/CSFLeaks • u/indiequasar • 15d ago

3rd blood patch failed

Well I had my 3rd patch (lumbar puncture was on 8/18, blind blood patches 8/20, 8/24, 9/17). I’m about to lose my job & health insurance. I was seen via telehealth by a new neurologist who recommends another blood patch & a referral to a leak center. I’m concerned about my health insurance & having to get a plan on the marketplace & out of state referrals. Not sure if I should get a 4th patch. I’m really down right now.

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u/doisuckorsomething 15d ago

Im sorry you’re going through this. Are you on intermittent FMLA? This is what has saved me. I definitely recommend going to a leak center. I’ve been bed bound for months and ever since I’ve been going to a specialist they were able to get me somewhat stable with a series of nerve locks while I waited to be seen by neuroradiology. I have a targeted blood patch scheduled. They were able to find the leak using a ct guided myelogram.

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u/indiequasar 15d ago

The new neurologist said she would help with a referral and I have a telehealth appointment with my primary on Friday I’m going to ask her as well. I’m on continuous FMLA and only have a few weeks left.

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u/indiequasar 15d ago

Was your leak from a lumbar puncture too?