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Last week or two i have been getting light headed and dizzy feeling like i'm going to pass out. why is this? passed out once in sept-oct 2014

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Several thots: Could be anemia, low blood pressure, dehydration, thyroid issues, and vast-vagal reaction to your pain. Simple exam and a few blood tests should reveal cause.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/6/2015

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A member asked:

Last week or two i have been getting light headed and dizzy feeling like i'm going to pass out. why is this? passed out once in sept-oct 2014

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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