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I was pregnant before and had very bad dizzy spells. what is the cause of this? if i get pregnant in thhe future is it likely to happen again?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Vasovagal syncope: What you describe is common during pregnancy and is likely to recur in subsequent pregnancies.

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Answered 6/11/2017

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A member asked:

I was pregnant before and had very bad dizzy spells. what is the cause of this? if i get pregnant in thhe future is it likely to happen again?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

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