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Could Stress Be The Cause For Headaches And Fogginess?
Hello, I am 51, I had a recent MRI, found ischemic lesions in my white matter. I have been dizzy, have headaches, and experienced some fogginess (I joke that I ve lost some IQ points) for 4 months now. From what I am reading, high blood pressure (mine usually runs low), uncontrolled diabetes and high cholesterol can be causes. I don t have any of these conditions. can stress cause these issues and can the damage be reversed? I have referrals in place to see a neurologist and a cardiologist.
Mon, 2 Mar 2015
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welcome to HCM
yes, stress definitely has an adverse effect on body's physiology. Though it is not a direct cause per se, however does predispose individual to various conditions that can lead to dizziness.
In your case, the ischemic in white matter lesions appears to be the point of interest in regards to your worry of dizziness, for which as rightly a neurological opinion is essential.
A cardiac origin is suspected and needs further evaluation.
Regards
welcome to HCM
yes, stress definitely has an adverse effect on body's physiology. Though it is not a direct cause per se, however does predispose individual to various conditions that can lead to dizziness.
In your case, the ischemic in white matter lesions appears to be the point of interest in regards to your worry of dizziness, for which as rightly a neurological opinion is essential.
A cardiac origin is suspected and needs further evaluation.
Regards
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