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A member asked:

My legs get shaky while standing.feels like will get off balance while standing or sitting& feeling faint.i just gave birth via csection last month.

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Hard to say.: It hard to say what is causing your shaky legs, lightheadedness, and faint feeling because there are numerous reasons and full evaluation with examination is necessary. Since you had a c- section recently, please follow up with your ob/gyn to rule out anemia and be evaluated for your symptoms.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/6/2015

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