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15yr Old. Having Dizziness, Confusion. Suggested Due To Anxiety. Opinion?
15 year old son, having dizziness , confusion (feels lost) for about 3wks. went to er said anxiety but primary dont believe.. I (mom) want a sugar test but dr said he would have more signs if sugar problems. Question is: should i rule out medical conditions before assuming its anxiety? Has appt with counselor tomorrow and calling primary but looking for input please and ty
Need more description of your son's condition before coming to a diagnosis. But Yes you Are right one needs to rule out medical conditions before making a diagnosis of anxiety.
Meet the counsellor and discuss the problem in detail and you will an all probability get the right advice.
Regards Dr. Gaurav
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15yr Old. Having Dizziness, Confusion. Suggested Due To Anxiety. Opinion?
Hello Need more description of your son s condition before coming to a diagnosis. But Yes you Are right one needs to rule out medical conditions before making a diagnosis of anxiety. Meet the counsellor and discuss the problem in detail and you will an all probability get the right advice. Regards Dr. Gaurav