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Facial Numbness, Dizziness, Lightheadedness And Panic Attacks. MRI Scheduled. Is This Labrynthitis?
hi i have been dealing with facial numbness on my right side and my ear is hurting. I feel really dizzy, light headed throughout the day and it seems to be worse when i wake up. This condition has led to panic attacks and now i have been diagnosed with anxiety . My doctor has said that my ear has been complicated but it looks fine on normal tests. I do have a scheduled MRI soon. Could this be Labrynthitis?
It is hard to comment whether it is labrynthitis with current information. However inner ear pathology could manifest with symptoms such dizziness, light headedness, which in turn could activate panic symptoms. It may be recommended for you to relax and undergo MRI for diagnostic clarification. Low dose of anxiolytic is advisable if anxiety persists
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Facial Numbness, Dizziness, Lightheadedness And Panic Attacks. MRI Scheduled. Is This Labrynthitis?
It is hard to comment whether it is labrynthitis with current information. However inner ear pathology could manifest with symptoms such dizziness, light headedness, which in turn could activate panic symptoms. It may be recommended for you to relax and undergo MRI for diagnostic clarification. Low dose of anxiolytic is advisable if anxiety persists