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Anxiety started 3 1/2 years ago. i'm very sensitive to meds and their side effects. also have chiari 1 malformation. what would you suggest to help?

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Seek help: Seek help from a psychologist or psychiatrist for your anxiety. Your Chiari 1 is not causing your anxiety.

Answered 6/2/2015

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