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I feel like there is short circuiting of the brain. i am experiencing waves of the feeling similar to pins and needles, but predominantly in my head almost like i am about to blank out. it does feel better when i am lying down. so lying down now ?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Near syncope: Your brain needs a continuous supply of sugar and oxygen. Your symptoms could be related to hypoglycemia- meds or is there a relationship to eating. Given symptoms typical with standing and relieved with rest some type of orthostatic problem likely.

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 9/18/2019

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A member asked:

I feel like there is short circuiting of the brain. i am experiencing waves of the feeling similar to pins and needles, but predominantly in my head almost like i am about to blank out. it does feel better when i am lying down. so lying down now ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Hegab agreed

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