Question 1

what causes one to get light headed and experience poor circulation in the hands and feet?

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Could be many things: There can be many causes, such as low blood pressure or variations in the blood pressure when one changes position from sitting to standing (orthostatic hypotension), or low pulse rate (bradycardia). If symptoms are bothersome enough and don't resolve with simple maneuvers such as hydration and standing up slowly, i would recommend a physical exam ad blood pressure/ pulse check by our doctor.

Question 2

recently i've noticed after long hot showers i become light headed, nauseous & weak. cou ld this be poor blood circulation?

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Dehydrated: More then likely your dehydrated - drink more water.

Question 3

as a child i lost circulation to my right arm. i have bad circulation in both my hands, they always look red and swollen. lately i get light headed

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Rule out vasculitis : I would recommend you get seen immediately.  It sounds like you may have vascular symptoms that may or may not be Takayasu's Arteritis. I am concerned that you need to be treated immediately in person because your dizziness may reflect cerebral ischemia. Good luck. https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001250.htm

Question 4

what does dizziness, light headed, and the lose of circulation mean? i have just been given flovent 100 strength

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Could be side effect: Of the medication. Get examined to check for problems with the heart, brain or could be from low sugar, low blood pressure etc
inadequate circulation to the brain is uncommon among young individuals but common in older folks with risk factors- hypertension, dm
i'd recommend a comprehensive blood work, ekg suggest to your dr to check for orthostatic changes in your blood pressure
hope u feel better!

Question 5

does poor circulation cause painless red splotchy skin on the upper thigh? i had that appear suddenly, &heard poor circulation! help?what could it be?

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Unfortunately there: are a number of diagnoses that could result in the skin signs you describe. It will be impossible to narrow it down without actually examining you. It could be as simple as exposure to cold or inactivity and as complex as neuro-vascular insufficiency. If it persists I would recommend you see a health care provider so that you can be examined and a thorough history can be obtained.

Question 6

help plz! can poor circulation cause swelling around 1 eye?

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No: But infection can and that can be very serious - it should be looked at.

Question 7

after laying on my face for two days now i have little clot looking rash. is this a sign of poor circulation or something scary like angiogenesis?

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It is not a sign of: either one. It is most likely pressure effect on the microcirculatory areas of the skin.

Question 8

having head numbness, seems like poor blood circulation in the back of head...worst when sittingup, starts as soon as i awake and never goes away.

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Numb: Hard to tell but suspect not vascular but may be related to nerve compression, would need more information.

Question 9

why is my skin on my wrist and ankle darker the rest of my body? is it due to poor circulation?

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No: Could be normal if there is gross difference see a dermatologist.

Question 10

i've got a bit of poor circulation on my top lip. a small numb white patch. im absolutely fine in myself. will i get the colour and feel back?

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Cause?: You are describing symptoms but without knowing the cause it's hard to say what the future holds or if there is any treatment available. Use Healthtap Prime to go over you medical, surgical, social, substance use, and family history to figure out what the cause may be. I'm not sure if testing is necessary but a picture of the white spot may be very informative to a doc. Good luck!

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What causes poor circulation and light headed

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What causes one to get light headed and experience poor circulation in the hands and feet?

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Recently i've noticed after long hot showers i become light headed, nauseous & weak. cou ld this be poor blood circulation?

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As a child i lost circulation to my right arm. i have bad circulation in both my hands, they always look red and swollen. lately i get light headed

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What does dizziness, light headed, and the lose of circulation mean? i have just been given flovent 100 strength

A member asked:

Does poor circulation cause painless red splotchy skin on the upper thigh? i had that appear suddenly, &heard poor circulation! help?what could it be?

A member asked:

Help plz! can poor circulation cause swelling around 1 eye?

A member asked:

After laying on my face for two days now i have little clot looking rash. is this a sign of poor circulation or something scary like angiogenesis?

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Having head numbness, seems like poor blood circulation in the back of head...worst when sittingup, starts as soon as i awake and never goes away.

A member asked:

Why is my skin on my wrist and ankle darker the rest of my body? is it due to poor circulation?

A member asked:

I've got a bit of poor circulation on my top lip. a small numb white patch. im absolutely fine in myself. will i get the colour and feel back?

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