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What Causes Dizziness And Poor Memory?
I have been experiencing dizziness, loss of balance, poor memory and my legs feel like they have weights tied to them at times. What type of physician do I see and any idea what is causing this? I am 56 year old Caucasian female who smokes and is morbidly obese. Just had annual blood work and everything looked good; cholesterol was 182, LDL was 98. PCP is scheduling mamo, gyn check up, cardio appt.
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Hi,
Thanks for your question on HCM
I do understand your concern
With such presentations in my clinic, I would first ruled out serious conditions related to your brain by doing a physical neurological examination and to confirm the diagnosis I may advise you MRI scan. Treatment depends upon exact findings of MRI only. So you may consult with your Neurologist.
Hope that helps
Thanks for your question on HCM
I do understand your concern
With such presentations in my clinic, I would first ruled out serious conditions related to your brain by doing a physical neurological examination and to confirm the diagnosis I may advise you MRI scan. Treatment depends upon exact findings of MRI only. So you may consult with your Neurologist.
Hope that helps
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