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Mental Confusion




  ICD10 R410
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Mental Confusion or '''Decreased Alertness''' is the inability to think clearly and quickly; put simply, feeling things just are not right. When confused, one has difficulty paying attention and may feel Dizzy . Confusion interferes with ones ability to make decisions clearly and correctly. Many health problems cause confusion or decreased alertness. It is not unusual for a person who is sick to be sleepy or confused upon awakening. However, extreme sleepiness may be a symptom of a more serious health problem. Decreased alertness may occur when a person is not fully awake, aware of, or able to respond normally to his or her external environment. Decreased alertness may also indicate that a chronic Illness has gotten worse.


POSSIBLE CAUSES



SYMPTOMS

Confusion may range from mild to severe. Symptoms of confusion may include:



CURES

Although it is not an actual cure, time, a walk in the park, or meditation can alleviate the symptoms of confusion. However, methods of curing more serious episodes of confusion must be determined by a doctor.


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