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Creeping Sensation From Back To Head With Dizzy Attack After A Strange Turn, On Cholesterol Tablet. Serious?
HI - I had a stange turn on Monday around 6pm, a I had a creeping sensation from the back of my head to the front, followed by a dizzy attack. I feel a bit better now, but am being told by a friend that I may be in some danger. I have taken 300mg of asprin for the last two days since it happened. I am 64 and the only medication I take is a cholesterol tablet, Am I in any immediate danger? Regds Mo
Wed, 3 Jul 2013
Dear patient,
I believe that the incident requires firther attention by a provider. Given your age and the fact that you have high cholesterol, you are at increased risk of stroke and ministrokes or TIA's, which can present with posterior circulation symptoms of the bran including vertigo and dizziness. Your provider will determine if you should continue aspirin daily and if other testing is needed.
Yours truly,
Dr Brenes-Salazar MD
Cardiology
Mayo Clinic MN
I believe that the incident requires firther attention by a provider. Given your age and the fact that you have high cholesterol, you are at increased risk of stroke and ministrokes or TIA's, which can present with posterior circulation symptoms of the bran including vertigo and dizziness. Your provider will determine if you should continue aspirin daily and if other testing is needed.
Yours truly,
Dr Brenes-Salazar MD
Cardiology
Mayo Clinic MN
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