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I get lightheaded/dizzy at random parts of the day ..especially after exercising or getting up from laying down what could this be?

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Please see below: This is called orthostatic hypo-tension (low BP while changing the position). Please drink adequate fluid and check your blood pressure.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 3/25/2022

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A member asked:

I get lightheaded/dizzy at random parts of the day ..especially after exercising or getting up from laying down what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Dr Minich agreed

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