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Dizziness - is it a physical illness or anxiety?

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Hello, I'm new to this page, but perhaps someone can help all the same!

I've had dizzy spells for about 2 years, but I think they have got worse in the past 6 months. They tend to stay all day if I have one, they don't seem to be triggered by anything in particular, but they do seem to be worse (and feel closer to fainting) if I get upset or more worried than normal.

I've been to the doctors to ask about it today & they did regular tests (heart, ears, brain through my eyes and blood pressure) and all appeared normal. The doctor said it didn't seem serious and sent me away.

I'm wondering whether it's worth trying to get more health tests done... like a second opinion, or whether it's more likely to be anxiety related. I've never officially been diagnosed with anxiety, but I match quite a few of the other symptoms of it and I am generally what's known as a 'worrier'.

I don't know what my next step should be, but I can't deal with being dizzy for so much of my day for so many days!

Thank you for reading all this if you do!

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Hi although I've not quite experienced this ( well not as an all day thing). The best thing I could say is go back to your doctor and tell them it's effecting your life and you are know longer willing to tolerate it and you think due to other symptoms ( explain those) that you may have anxiety but your not sure. Generally my anxiety is definitely worse if I'm stressed or worried and it's different with my women's cycles also. Good luck with it all

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