Question 1

i have a swollen nostril and fluid behind my ears i have a nasal spray for it, could this be the cause of me feeling off balance and sick?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fluid behind the ears can cause imbalance , vertigo, dizziness. See your doctor for more answers and have a great day.

Question 2

can depression, anxiety, stress or panic attacks cause feeling of off balance or light headness?

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Yes: Yes mood symptoms ( anxiety and depression) can present  as somatic complains...!

Question 3

can predinsone cause feeling off-balance, sort of not centered?

Accepted Answer

Adverse effects: Adverse effects of prednisone can include vertigo.  Vertigo is the sensation of movement, without actually moving.

Question 4

what kind of symptoms can worrying causes? & why & how does this happen? i'm 21 worried bout my head pains i get & lil off balance feeling

Accepted Answer

anxiety: Nervousness, sweating, feeling short of breath can all be symptoms of anxiety or as you put it, worrying too much. Speaking with a mental health counselor or psychiatrist can be very helpful in dealing with what is worrying you at loud. There is a multitude of pharmacotherapies that can treat anxiety very effectively so it's not something you need to live with.

Question 5

can atenolol cause dizziness and an off balance type of feeling 50mg?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Any blood pressure medication can cause dizziness. If you are having noticeable problems with light-headedness when standing or at other times, you should let your doctor know and think about a dose adjustment or alternative medication.

Question 6

i've been dealing with off balance, swaying feeling for 7 months now, trying to figure out the cause. help!

Accepted Answer

See a physician: You should probably see a physician to be diagnosed properly.  Off balance or dizziness can be caused by a number of different problems.  A complete history is usually necessary.

Question 7

what causes confusion when out in the sun especially while driving and a feeling of loss of balance. these happen whenever im out in the sun. why?

Accepted Answer

Can't tell : You need to see a neurologist if you are really suffering, more importantly is what happens while driving, so you may be compromising safety of yourself and others too. Start with your primary doctor for initial evaluation, best regards

Question 8

how would anxiety cause you to be lightheaded a weird type all day for 6 yrs sometimes swaying off balance feeling more symptoms to ? scared about it

Accepted Answer

Concerning: I would get an examination from a primary care physician to discern whether or not this is something to be worried about. Most likely okay but your symptoms appear to be prolonged and severe.

Question 9

what causes back muscle stiffness an a feeling of off balance    ?

Accepted Answer

Achilles equinis: Sometimes your achilles tendon can be too tight ( equinis ) which can make your muscles stiffness and can cause you to feel off balance. There is also other causes of muscle stiffness. See your physician for a diagnosis and treatment.

Question 10

can only sleeping a few hours cause you to wake up dizzy, loopy and feeling like your balance is off?

Accepted Answer

YES: Especially if you were drinking the night before. Anemia can also make you feel that way. Please see your family doctor about this.

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I have a swollen nostril and fluid behind my ears i have a nasal spray for it, could this be the cause of me feeling off balance and sick?

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Can depression, anxiety, stress or panic attacks cause feeling of off balance or light headness?

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Can predinsone cause feeling off-balance, sort of not centered?

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What kind of symptoms can worrying causes? & why & how does this happen? i'm 21 worried bout my head pains i get & lil off balance feeling

A member asked:

Can atenolol cause dizziness and an off balance type of feeling 50mg?

A member asked:

I've been dealing with off balance, swaying feeling for 7 months now, trying to figure out the cause. help!

A member asked:

What causes confusion when out in the sun especially while driving and a feeling of loss of balance. these happen whenever im out in the sun. why?

A member asked:

How would anxiety cause you to be lightheaded a weird type all day for 6 yrs sometimes swaying off balance feeling more symptoms to ? scared about it

A member asked:

What causes back muscle stiffness an a feeling of off balance ?

A member asked:

Can only sleeping a few hours cause you to wake up dizzy, loopy and feeling like your balance is off?

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