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Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (cont.)

Medical Author:
Arif Dalvi, MD
Medical Editor:
Nestor Galvez-Jimenez, MD
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Helmi L Lutsep, MD

Prevention

There is no known way to prevent NPH. A healthy lifestyle, including not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and regular exercise, may help avoid conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and stroke that might contribute to NPH. Wearing a seatbelt and safety helmet when indicated can help avoid head injury, another cause of NPH.

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