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I have a general anxiety disorder. sometimes, i get these weird stare spells. i feel eyes contract wide open and stare for ~5 to 10 seconds. i am fully conscious and i remain in position. then, i remind to snap out of it. do i need to go a doctor?
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Worth an evaluating: This is definately worth discussing with your caregiver, might want to send you for a neurologic evaluation and EEG, Best Wishes
Answered 12/10/2019
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