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I have a cold. what can cause me to feel lightheaded for several hours after a coughing fit this morning, and again tonight? thanks!
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Cough: Sometimes we cough so hard that we get lightheaded the harder we cough. Some think it is due to overstimulation of the vagus nerve ( cranial nerve 10). Try an antitussive cough syrup named delsym (dextromethorphan). If it persists then see your family doctor.
Answered 5/17/2013
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