A member asked:

I have lupus. why do i get so dizzy every time i get too much sun (for atleast a week) if my labs don't show a flare. my brain gets confused too?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Sun sensitivity: is present in many cases of lupus but it generally causes a flare...and occurs with far less exposure than you are describing! Try paying attention to your FLUIDS during sun exposure..(make sure your intake is adequate (Just a thought!) Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 9/9/2018

287 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

I have lupus. why do i get so dizzy every time i get too much sun (for atleast a week) if my labs don't show a flare. my brain gets confused too?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

I have lupus.Sometimes get hours of brain fog, easily confused & fatigue which is not my norm.How do I handle this at a demanding job,multi-tasking?

A member asked:

My first signs of a lupus flare is always dizziness with fatigue. My brain MRI was normal. Why do you think I am getting dizzy spells during flares?

A member asked:

Everyday, last 2 months I feel confused, brain fog and no energy at all. I get up from bed and between 30-60min after being up and walking around, I start feeling very weak, dizzy, trouble breathing and I feel like Im going to pass out. Anxiety?

A member asked:

When i get in stores or crowded places i start feeling faint dizzy and confused like my mind is racing and can't think just freaking out any answers?

A member asked:

I have lupus and raynaud's and livedo reticularis. Could my poor circulation be causing my dizzy spells and brain fog? My cardiac workup was normal.

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

On day 6 of covid. Im so dizzy and spacy.Easily confused at times. My brain feels pressure & like its swollen &buzzed like its not getting enough oxygen but oxygen sat is normal.very bothersome. Headaches.I also have lupus. Should I be concerned?

Help.Lupus-like condition.Get flares of severe brain fog, confusion, dizziness -affects my job.Had neg neuro work-up.I up my prednisone during episodes&?

I have lupus & get really dizzy(not vertigo) & confused during every flare.I still get dizzy a lot & it lasts weeks.Neuro & rheumMD don't know cause.

I have covid & lupus. Having massive fatigue and dizziness. Its been 14 days &difficult to stay awake despite everything I do to push myself. I cant function.Was active.Now Im lethargic.I havent been able to return to work yet. Normal ? Get labs?

lupus/sjogrens. Get frequent moments where my brain feels swollen & i'm confused.Prednisone always clears it up but md doesn't know true cause. ?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?