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I'm having autonomic testing tomorrow due to my dizzy spells. i've had to stop my decongestant for 1 week & my dizziness is worse. why do you think?
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Antihistaminic effec: Most decongestant have antihistaminic effects that help dizziness so stopping it may have worsened your complaint. See what your test reveals as to the cause of this symptom.
Answered 8/10/2012
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