A member asked:

I'm bed ridden besides 10 min walks 3x day. decided to sit up for a few minutes, feet got to hurting and i got weak and lightheaded. ischemia?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Dizzy: Most likely deconditioning and not eating/ drinking enough. Need to know why you were in bed?

Answered 12/9/2015

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Orthostatic hypoten: Lightheadedness upon standing, after being recumbent for some time, is usually due to a fall in blood pressure and is called Orthostatic Hypotension. This can occur in otherwise normal individuals and normally lasts only a few seconds. But if it occurs frequently, is prolonged or leads to fainting you need to see a physician to diagnose the cause.

Answered 12/9/2015

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