What is arachnoid cyst?
Arachnoid cysts are cerebrospinal fluid-filled sacs that are located in the brain or spinal cord. Most of these cysts form outside the temporal lobe; and the severity depends on the size and location of the cyst.
How do members experience arachnoid cyst?
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Stress
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*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 arachnoid cyst*
Who has arachnoid cyst on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 3 | |
| 20s | 11 | |
| 30s | 20 | |
| 40s | 21 | |
| 50s | 24 | |
| 60s | 19 | |
| 70+ | 3 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 34 | |
| Female | 65 |