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What Causes Severe Dizziness?
i have been having bowel movements midday and i feel faint and disoriented during and after. i am not constipated and i do not push while going. today i had a disoriented/almost fainting episode that lasted for about 1 hour after my bowel movement. i will say it scared me.
Tue, 8 Aug 2017
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Thank you for asking on HCM!
Your symptoms could be related to vaso-vagal syncope or dehydration. Have you measured your blood pressure values?
Low blood pressure could be the cause of your troubles.
I recommend you to monitor your blood pressure values and heart rate. Taking plenty of water and increase salt intake can help.
If the problem persists, I recommend going to the ER for a physical exam and some tests (complete blood count, blood electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests, resting ECG).
Hope to have been helpful!
Regards, Dr. Aida
Thank you for asking on HCM!
Your symptoms could be related to vaso-vagal syncope or dehydration. Have you measured your blood pressure values?
Low blood pressure could be the cause of your troubles.
I recommend you to monitor your blood pressure values and heart rate. Taking plenty of water and increase salt intake can help.
If the problem persists, I recommend going to the ER for a physical exam and some tests (complete blood count, blood electrolytes, kidney and liver function tests, resting ECG).
Hope to have been helpful!
Regards, Dr. Aida
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