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Why can't i stand for long periods of time? i am a fairly healthy young female (20-25yrs old). i only suffer from occasional migraines. i have been diagnosed with anemia and i usually have very low blood pressure. i cannot stand upright for more than 10 m

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Dr. John Hakim answered

Your : Your problem could be any number of things. First of all you are hypotensive and anemic. Both of these things can make you weak. I would start by getting an echo and ecg. The postural hypotension and weakness may be from the blood rushing to your legs. I would start by having you wear compression hose.

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Answered 8/31/2017

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A member asked:

Why can't i stand for long periods of time? i am a fairly healthy young female (20-25yrs old). i only suffer from occasional migraines. i have been diagnosed with anemia and i usually have very low blood pressure. i cannot stand upright for more than 10 m

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Hakim answered

Dr Koch agreed

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