Having Headaches, Dizziness And Nausea. Feeling Strange Smell. What Could Be Causing This?

Posted on Tue, 14 Feb 2012

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Question : My son has been having headaches with dizziness and nausea and he complains of a strong smell of marzipan or something similar. What could be causing this?

Answered by Dr. Andrew Rynne MD (5 hours later)

Hi there. Thank you for posting your question with XXXXXXX I will do my best to help you.

I am not sure. This could be any viral illness; particularly if he also has raised temp and fever. Just make sure that it's not meningitis. I am not trying to scare you but this is always a possibility.

I hope that I have answered your questions fully and been of some help. If you have anymore questions please contact me again anytime.

Dr Andrew Rynne.

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