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Why Am I Having A Hard Time In Focusing And Concentrating On Things?

Hi there, I have a hard time focusing. I am making lots of mistakes and it just feels like my head isnt right. I have a hard time focusing and concentrating on things. I cant even have a conversation with a person because I cant focus on what they are saying to even comphrend what they are saying.
posted on Thu, 19 Sep 2013
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Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

I have noted your symptoms.

There could be various possibilities that could explain your difficulty in concentration. These could include electrolyte imbalance such as low sodium, low sugar, etc. Also, lack of blood flow to brain (ischemia) could be the underlying cause. We should also rule out stress or anxiety.

A detailed neurological examination would be helpful.

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,
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Why Am I Having A Hard Time In Focusing And Concentrating On Things?

Hi, Thank you for posting your query. I have noted your symptoms. There could be various possibilities that could explain your difficulty in concentration. These could include electrolyte imbalance such as low sodium, low sugar, etc. Also, lack of blood flow to brain (ischemia) could be the underlying cause. We should also rule out stress or anxiety. A detailed neurological examination would be helpful. 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/