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Severe Disorientation And Vision Pulled To Left. Have Anxiety Issues And Also IST. What Could This Be?

Hello, Im a 23 year old male, I have an existing heart condition, IST (inappropriate sinus tachycardia) which im not necessarily sure if thats whats really wrong with me, but im not the doctor. I also have high anxiety isssues on occasion. And my cholesterol and triglycerides are high. I am having some bizarre disorientation episodes. It usually occurs when im drinking soda or something, but this may be unrelated. Its a sudden and complete disorientation, where if feels like my brain is vibrating, and my center of gravity and vision pull drastically to the lower left. Its always in this direction. It has no pain associated, headaches, or noticeable heart abnormalities. It happens when I am calm, and comes on without an warning. It hasnt really lasted for more than a second or so, and is usually just the single episode. its has been going on for possibly 7+ months without much change. maybe once every other day or twice a week I will get these episodes. It feels like it may be getting worse, but im not certain because I do have anxiety problems. it s kind of scary when it happens, and I m worried it may occur when im driving, and cause me to get in a wreck. Any information or help is very appreciated!
posted on Fri, 6 Dec 2013
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Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
I have noted your symptoms and it is unfortunate that the correct diagnosis has still not been made, even after 7 months of symptoms.

The most likely possibility could be a partial seizure. You should see a neurologist, and undergo MRI brain and EEG tests.

In addition, you should also see a psychiatrist for anxiety symptoms.

There is no need to worry, as you would improve with medications.

I hope my reply has helped you.

I would be pleased to answer, if you have any follow up queries or if you require any further information.
     
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,
For DIRECT QUERY to me: http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumar
My blog: http://bestneurodoctor.blogspot.com/
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Severe Disorientation And Vision Pulled To Left. Have Anxiety Issues And Also IST. What Could This Be?

Hi, Thank you for posting your query. I have noted your symptoms and it is unfortunate that the correct diagnosis has still not been made, even after 7 months of symptoms. The most likely possibility could be a partial seizure. You should see a neurologist, and undergo MRI brain and EEG tests. In addition, you should also see a psychiatrist for anxiety symptoms. There is no need to worry, as you would improve with medications. I hope my reply has helped you. I would be pleased to answer, if you have any follow up queries or if you require any further information. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, For DIRECT QUERY to me: http://bit.ly/Dr-Sudhir-kumar My blog: http://bestneurodoctor.blogspot.com/