Question 1

got dizzy/near threw up from working in closed room writing with sharpies for three hours. left room immed. and got fresh air. brain dam. from this?

Accepted Answer

No: No worries. Life is not that fragile. Neither getting dizzy, throwing up, writing with Sharpies, nor getting fresh air will lead to brain damage if they are one-time events. That being said, one can switch to a different type of pen, if the Sharpies are associated with symptoms.

Question 2

daily headaches, dizzy spells, trouble speaking, writing, hearing and reading for 6 months. have gone to the doc but haven't been fully examined.

Accepted Answer

Headaches: This may be neurological or more likely mental health issues. Please go back to your doctor for a "full exam".

Question 3

when i bend down i get dizzy?

Accepted Answer

Dizziness: Many possibilities. Carotids occlusive disease, anemia, visual problems, hypotension.Many reasons.Seen a pcp, fp. Is important to determine the cause, lab test, ecg, others, and a complete
 medical history, .

Question 4

why do i get dizzy when i lie down?

Accepted Answer

Problem in inner ear: The most likely cause is something affecting the nerves or the small bones in the inner ear. Could be a virus (acute layrinthitis) a bacterial infection (sinus, ears, nasal passages), 'benign positional vertigo' adverse medication affect. Aok if rx or goes away within 2wks. . But if goes on longer, very severe, need further tests, like a brain scan (including internal auditory canals).

Question 5

why do i get dizzy when i lay down

Accepted Answer

Probable positional: You most likely have benign positional vertigo which is characterized by vertigo.

Question 6

why i always dizzy. even i seat down i feel dizzy.

Accepted Answer

Assessment: There are a number of possible causes for dizziness. Can not diagnose you. Since this is a chronic symptom - would encourage you to seek medical evaluation. Take care.

Question 7

what causes my brief period of dizziness when i bend down?

Accepted Answer

Dizzines: When squatting or bending over can get symptoms of dizziness or lightheadedness.  This can be from changes in blood pressure or how your change in position affects the balance center in your ears.   Symptoms are transient and should not linger.  If you have a headache or longer duration of symptoms let your doctor know.

Question 8

when i lay down or lie on my sides i feel dizzy, why is that?

Accepted Answer

Possibly BPPV: If by dizzy you mean that you feel as if you are moving or things around you are moving then that is called vertigo. Vertigo is a problem usually of the inner ear. If vertigo occurs only when you move your head in a certain position and then goes away shortly thereafter it is called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo or "bppv ". This is best treated by an "epley" maneuver.

Question 9

what are some causes of dizziness and nausea when bending down ?

Accepted Answer

Sinus/ Ear: Stomach may contribute also.

Question 10

how come i get dizzy everytime i stand up after sitting or laying down?

Accepted Answer

Dizzy standing up: Your blood pressure changes when you stand, but should quickly normalize so that you do not notice. Occasional dizziness may be minor. When you have frequent postural hypotension, this adjustment does not happen as quickly and you notice the drop (dizziness). Your doctor can check your baseline blood pressure and make sure you do not have other issues that may contribute to postural hypotension.

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Got dizzy/near threw up from working in closed room writing with sharpies for three hours. left room immed. and got fresh air. brain dam. from this?

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Daily headaches, dizzy spells, trouble speaking, writing, hearing and reading for 6 months. have gone to the doc but haven't been fully examined.

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When i bend down i get dizzy?

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Why do i get dizzy when i lie down?

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Why do i get dizzy when i lay down

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Why i always dizzy. even i seat down i feel dizzy.

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What causes my brief period of dizziness when i bend down?

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When i lay down or lie on my sides i feel dizzy, why is that?

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What are some causes of dizziness and nausea when bending down ?

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How come i get dizzy everytime i stand up after sitting or laying down?

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