What is aqueductal stenosis?

Aqueductal stenosis is a narrowing or an obstruction of the channel that connects two of the chambers within the brain. This channel is known as the aqueduct of Sylvius. This obstruction is a common cause of hydrocephalus, a condition where fluid accumulates in the brain.

How do members experience aqueductal stenosis?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with aqueductal stenosis*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for aqueductal stenosis*

Who has aqueductal stenosis on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 2
30s 2
40s 1
50s 4
60s 1
70+ 1

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 2
Female 8