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I'm 13 days c-section postpartum. i was sleeping and i woke up to feed my baby. i felt very dizzy and faint like. my vision was blackened and i started hearing a high pitch noise. i laid down for a few minutes and i felt better. what is this & how to prev
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Anemia: Discuss with your doctor. You might be anemic. Sit on edge of bed for a minute or two before going from reclined to standing to let your heart and blood vessels prepare for the change in position.
Answered 4/3/2013
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Low blood pressure: Sounds like your blood pressure dropped when you got up and this is consistent with your symptoms. Drink plenty of fluids and get up slowly to prevent this. If this continues for more than a few days--see your OB gyn.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Have snacks also: I would get up slowly from any seated or lying postion. Make sure you are well nourished and well hydrated. Maintained healthy glucose levels throughout your day by having small snacks can help also.
Answered 4/7/2013
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