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When i get up or sit down, i get a severe headache and i feel disoriented. what could it be?

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Dr. Marion Mcfarland answered

Many things: Such as blood pressure change, a blocked artery, problem in the brain or a metabolic problem.You should get checked.

Dr Hutchman agreed

Answered 7/30/2017

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