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What Causes Dizziness Every Morning, Weakness And Lethargy?
Question: I've been having dizzy spells, without nausea, when turning over in bed at night, when sitting up in the morning and when I first stand up. I also feel a bit weak and lethargic.
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
I carefully passed through your question and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to an inner ear disorder.
Cervical spondylarthrosis (chronic degeneration of the backbone) could also cause this clinical scenario.
I recommend consulting with an ENT specialist for a physical exam and labyrinthine tests to rule out/in possible inner ear disorder.
If these tests result normal, I would recommend proceeding with further tests to investigate for the possible causes:
- a cervical spine X ray study
- some blood lab tests (complete blood count, blood electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests)
Meanwhile, I recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure, because low blood pressure could trigger this symptomatology.
Anyway, noone of the above mentioned disorders is an emergency or a serious cause.
So relax and don't worry about it!4
I recommend avoiding abrupt head movements, use an orthopedic pillow and take plenty of fluids to remain well hydrated!
Hope to have been helpful!
Kind regards!
Dr. Iliri
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
I carefully passed through your question and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to an inner ear disorder.
Cervical spondylarthrosis (chronic degeneration of the backbone) could also cause this clinical scenario.
I recommend consulting with an ENT specialist for a physical exam and labyrinthine tests to rule out/in possible inner ear disorder.
If these tests result normal, I would recommend proceeding with further tests to investigate for the possible causes:
- a cervical spine X ray study
- some blood lab tests (complete blood count, blood electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests)
Meanwhile, I recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure, because low blood pressure could trigger this symptomatology.
Anyway, noone of the above mentioned disorders is an emergency or a serious cause.
So relax and don't worry about it!4
I recommend avoiding abrupt head movements, use an orthopedic pillow and take plenty of fluids to remain well hydrated!
Hope to have been helpful!
Kind regards!
Dr. Iliri
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
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