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2 months of bed rest laying on back. now when i sit up on bed, dizzy headed. even with my head propped up with pillows still dizzy. this normal?!
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YES: This is called orthostasis- a temporary drop in BP when going from a supine ( laying face up ) to an upright position- may be due to prolonged bedrest.
Answered 12/20/2020
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