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What is confusion?
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Answer:
Inability to think or reason in a focused, clear manner.
COMMON CAUSES
Mental confusion can have causes that aren't due to underlying disease. Examples include stress, sleep deprivation, information overload, intoxication or exposure to new situations.
Treatments
Self-treatment
If the confusion is related to low blood sugar (glucose), eating or drinking something sweet may help.
Seeking medical care
See a doctor immediately if you
Are chilled, shivering or feverish
Feel faint, dizzy or lightheaded when standing
Have a racing pulse
Develop a headache
Breathe slowly or fast
Become confused for more than 10 minutes when your blood sugar is low
Make an appointment to see a doctor if you
Have any symptoms of confusion
What is confusion a sign of?
Confusion or decreased alertness may be the first symptom of a serious illness, particularly in older adults. Health problems that can cause confusion or decreased alertness include: Infections, such as a urinary tract infection, respiratory infection, or sepsis.
What are the main causes of confusion?
Some of the most common causes of sudden confusion include:
an infection – urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common cause in elderly people or people with dementia.
a stroke or TIA ("mini-stroke")
a low blood sugar level in people with diabetes – read about treating low blood sugar.
a head injury.
What are the three types of confusion?
There are 3 types of confusion.
Hypoactive, or low activity. Acting sleepy or withdrawn and "out of it."
Hyperactive, or high activity. Acting upset, nervous, and agitated.
Mixed. A combination of hypoactive and hyperactive confusion.