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What would make me light headed and dizzy while doing light cardio on a bike? i stopped smoking and all nicotine. could it be my anxiety?

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Mimics: Anxiety can mimic numerous symptoms. Consider restart exercise at lower intensity and work upwards as well as pursuit for anxiety control.

Dr Al-Alami agreed

Answered 3/14/2015

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