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Q: Anxiety or something else?

asked by: fatalveli on April 9th, 2009

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I have been feeling light headed and dizzy at times and have a weird feeling in back of my head and tingling sensation i find it sometimes hard to sleep..

also iv been having weak arms and legs latley ..

i had a ct scan done and blood tests and they all came out to be normal..doctor said im just thinking to much and stress related..

he gave me vitamins to take

Could it be something else or anxiety? its worrying me as i havent got any better.
I play soccer and work part time and i stoped playing soccer because of how i am..

Could the ct scan Be not accurate?

Replies(1)

Dr. Jeff Bailey , Ed.D.

replied on May 25th, 2009

I cannot answer the question about the scan - but if you are worried the first tests were not accurate get a second opinion. This is right and sensible.

If you are having a lot of stress reactions, sit down with a friend and try to determine what the issues are that are causing you to feel anxious, tired etc. Try to confront the anxiety - go back to soccer as the exercise is very good to stimulate serotonin and to reduce stress and depression.
Best wishes
Dr Jeff
www.drjeffbailey.com

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