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How is low blood pressure with occasional lightheadedness treated?
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Sometimes simple: An normal, healthy person who gets light-headed when getting up from lying or sitting, or who feels faint sometimes, especially on hot days, may have a problem of not enough blood returning to his head fast enough. The blood pressure may be normal or a bit low. After a doctor's exam to rule out medical problems, a person can try taking 3 ounces of extra water each hour, plus a bit of salty snacks.
Answered 6/17/2016
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Drink gatorade: Drink fluids with electrolytes and increase salt and fluid intake in diet.
Answered 7/23/2014
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