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Feels Light Headed While Standing. Sleepiness And Hardly Eats. Has Pulsating Vein Behind Ear. Advice?
Hello my boyfriend has been feeling light headed when he stands, he constantly is wanting to fall asleep, and hardly eats. Also I noticed behind his left ear that there is a raised pulsating linear vein. He says it's been there for a while but he has been having these symptoms. He is also on ADD medication which causes dizziness when standing but I feel that isn't the case. What could It be?
Fri, 26 Apr 2013
Hi there ~
I understand that you friend has ADHD and is on medications which could be causing this side effect.
Another common cause of your condition is that you probably also are having issues with dehydration. Please visit with a psychiatrist to sort out the issue. Electrolyte imbalances may also be the cause. I hope this helps.
Take care and have a lovely day!
I understand that you friend has ADHD and is on medications which could be causing this side effect.
Another common cause of your condition is that you probably also are having issues with dehydration. Please visit with a psychiatrist to sort out the issue. Electrolyte imbalances may also be the cause. I hope this helps.
Take care and have a lovely day!
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