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Episode 028: IIH Part I

April 10, 2025 • Rudrani Banik • Season 2 • Episode 28

In this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast™, Dr. Rani Banik discusses Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH), a condition that primarily affects young women and is characterized by symptoms such as headaches, visual disturbances, and ringing in the ears. The episode covers the diagnosis, historical context, demographics, risk factors, and the implications of IIH, including potential vision loss. Dr. Banik emphasizes the importance of understanding IIH for better management and treatment options.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN

00:00 - What is IIH, and what are its symptoms?

02:50 - How is Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) defined?

06:06 - What is the historical context and terminology of IIH?

08:54 - What are the demographics and risk factors for IIH?

12:12 - How is IIH diagnosed, and what criteria are used?

15:01 - What are the symptoms and clinical presentation of IIH?

18:10 - How does IIH affect vision, and what is papilledema?

21:02 - What are the implications of advanced-stage IIH?

23:48 - How is Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome related to IIH?

27:08 - What are the future directions in IIH research and treatment?

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