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I am experiencing nausea, dizziness (worsened by: sitting upright, prolonged standing) , low body weight and rapid heart rate. the following also describe me: confusion, low blood pressure (hypotension), headache, and lightheadedness. what should i do?

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Dizziness: Go to the Emergency Department. You need to be seen and evaluated now. There are many possibilities as to what is going on.

Answered 10/3/2017

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