Raised intracranial pressure should be suspected when there is
Correct Answer: Sixth cranial nerve palsy
Description: Manifestations of raised intracranial pressure Loss of consciousness 6th nerve palsyAnisocoriaCheyne- Stokes breathingHeadacheDecreased vision Seizures Enlarged blind spot Bilateral ptosis Back pain PapilledemaCushing's triad - increased systolic blood pressure, a widened pulse pressure, bradycardia, and an abnormal respiratory patternPersonality or behavioral changesCranial nerve palsies(Refer: Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18th edition, pg no: 238-239)
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