Re: light-headed » rainbowbrite

Posted by gardenergirl on September 25, 2005, at 14:34:37

In reply to light-headed, posted by rainbowbrite on September 25, 2005, at 10:35:26

Sounds like orthostatic hypotension. Low blood pressure caused by blood pooling in the lower extremities, and then when you stand up, the blood doesn't get up to your head fast enough, and you feel dizzy.
A number of things can cause it, including different medications.
When you go to stand up, do it in stages. Sit up first, then stand slowly. Hang onto something until the dizziness passes.
Take care,
gg

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