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I drink 10 or more cups of water a day. but i still have tachycardia when i stand up and i am weak, dizzy, out of breath. why am i still orthostatic?

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Low Na: You might have severe electrolyte imbalance .Please have your blood tested for electrolyte abnormality.

Dr Astrachan agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

I drink 10 or more cups of water a day. but i still have tachycardia when i stand up and i am weak, dizzy, out of breath. why am i still orthostatic?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Dr Astrachan agreed

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