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Diagnosed orthostatic hypotension. ran into walls & couldnt walk straight 24 hours, still dizzy (but not as bad) 4 days. is it serious? cardiologist?
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Orthostatic hypotens: At your age to have this is not good. I would ask for a full cardiometabolic risk assessment and an Autonomic Neuropathy assessment . Both should easily be done by the cardiologist. Secondly - check for medical conditions like - diabetes, cardiac abnormalities, thyroid etc.. that may be contributing. Also if you are on any medications and supplements - they need to be re-evaluated.
Answered 11/16/2018
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I was told that I have Orthostatic Hypotension. My question is why does lightheadedness and dizziness only effect me at times but not all the time when standing. I also have problems with my ears feeling full. Could this be part of the problem too?
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I was diagnosed with orthostatic hypotension about 6 years ago. Lately i've been experiencing more often dizziness, headaches, and vision going black.
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