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When i stand up quickly, i get dizzy and a little light-headed (it's completely normal). but twice by now, instead of this feeling passing, i fall over and my whole body starts twitching uncontrollably. it passes in 20 secs. should i go see a doctor?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Eval needed: This is NOT normal. Please seek evaluation. Do not try to drive yourself to a medical appointmen if your are dizzy or lightheaded.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/27/2020

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A member asked:

When i stand up quickly, i get dizzy and a little light-headed (it's completely normal). but twice by now, instead of this feeling passing, i fall over and my whole body starts twitching uncontrollably. it passes in 20 secs. should i go see a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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