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I have a headache or dizziness. was this a seizure or sleep paralysis, or something else?

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Dr. Walter Futterweit answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Not a seizure: Headache and dizziness may be related to ENT. No seizure here or sleep problem.

Answered 7/7/2014

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