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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
Sun, 1 Sep 2013
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General Surgeon 's  Response
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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