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I recently had sudden vision loss with severe ringing in my ears. it felt like i was going to pass out but i didnt. lasted a few minutes. what happene?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

This is: Called orthostatic hypotension. It means that your blood pressure to your brain suddenly drops due to gravity when you stand up. Discuss this with you primary care physician.

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Answered 4/30/2015

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A member asked:

I recently had sudden vision loss with severe ringing in my ears. it felt like i was going to pass out but i didnt. lasted a few minutes. what happene?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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