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I felt little dizzied like passing out during my stress echo test. however all my results came normal and o2 saturation were 98-99. is that normal?

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Probably OK: many people are a little anxious doing a stress echo test. Between the anxiety and the exercise some people actually hyperventilate a little during the test and this can result in the sensation of lightheadedness.

Answered 12/13/2014

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A member asked:

I felt little dizzied like passing out during my stress echo test. however all my results came normal and o2 saturation were 98-99. is that normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Linda Tao answered

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