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Feeling Dizzy After Getting Up From Laying Position Suddenly
When I stand up from laying down for a few minutes I get dizzy and my vision goes black from anywhere from 20 seconds to a minute. It's been going on for over 6 months now and I'm starting to get worried.
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Mon, 16 Jan 2017
Hi,
Your symptoms seem to be related to orthostatic hypotension. I recommend consulting with your family doctor for a careful physical exam and some tests.
- a Head Up Tilt test to investigate for orthostatic intolerance
- complete blood count for anemia- a resting ECG
- blood electrolytes for possible imbalance
You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues. Meanwhile, I recommend avoiding abrupt standing up from sitting position and take plenty of water to stay well hydrated.
Hope to have been helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Wishing all the best,
Dr. Aida
Your symptoms seem to be related to orthostatic hypotension. I recommend consulting with your family doctor for a careful physical exam and some tests.
- a Head Up Tilt test to investigate for orthostatic intolerance
- complete blood count for anemia- a resting ECG
- blood electrolytes for possible imbalance
You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues. Meanwhile, I recommend avoiding abrupt standing up from sitting position and take plenty of water to stay well hydrated.
Hope to have been helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Wishing all the best,
Dr. Aida
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