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What is the incidence of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) in the general population?

1/100,000 (correct)

1/1,000,000

1/10,000

20/100,000

Which condition is NOT mentioned as a cause of increased intracranial pressure?

Excessive thyroxine replacement in children

Endocrine adrenal insufficiency

Tuberculosis (correct)

Iron deficiency anemia

What is one of the criteria for diagnosing IIH according to the Dandy criteria?

Localized findings on neurological exam

Normal CSF pressure

Pulse-synchronous tinnitus (correct)

History of head trauma

What treatment is possibly curative for IIH in patients with a BMI >30 kg/m2?

Weight loss of ~15% Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is mentioned for a short course to relieve headaches and reduce the risk of vision loss in IIH?

Topiramate Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of chronic pressure on the optic nerve in IIH patients?

Optic nerve damage and loss of vision Signup and view all the answers

Which surgical procedure is mentioned as reserved for refractory cases of IIH?

Optic nerve sheath fenestration Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors in managing IIH?

Reduce CSF production Signup and view all the answers