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Fainting Spells Since Childhood, Started After Tonsillectomy, But Doctor Says Mental, Prescribed Anti-depression Pills. Doctor Correct?

I have had fainting spells every since I was a teenager. I am now 37 years old and numerous of test has been performed but, the only conclusion my docror comes up with is that it is mental and placed me on anti- depression pills, but I really think there is another reason because I did not start until after my tonsilectomy. Could the doctor be correct?
Fri, 14 Sep 2012
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Hi,

Welcome to HealthcareMagic Public Forum

Fainting attack does not cause by tonsillectomy for such a long time. It may occur for some days immediately after operation due to blood loss.

If your fainting attack associated with stress, anxiety and depression then current treatment and supportive counseling will help you, specially in presence of normal lab test. So, it is better to continue your treatment.

I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Wish you Good Health.

Regards,
Dr. Ashish Mittal
www.99doctor.com
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Fainting Spells Since Childhood, Started After Tonsillectomy, But Doctor Says Mental, Prescribed Anti-depression Pills. Doctor Correct?

Hi, Welcome to HealthcareMagic Public Forum Fainting attack does not cause by tonsillectomy for such a long time. It may occur for some days immediately after operation due to blood loss. If your fainting attack associated with stress, anxiety and depression then current treatment and supportive counseling will help you, specially in presence of normal lab test. So, it is better to continue your treatment. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Wish you Good Health. Regards, Dr. Ashish Mittal www.99doctor.com