I need to know if Chiari can be caused by child abuse ?

Question

I was badly abused in my childhood, alot of head injuries, Just wondering if this could be part or the reason for me having Chiari ?

Answer 1

It doesn't seem likely. There are lots of websites with information:
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/chiari/chiari.htm
http://www.cumc.columbia.edu/dept/nsg/PNS/ChiariMalformation.html
http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

it's possible. I'd ask my doctor though