dizzy

[caml]

I have been geting dizzy now for the last 2 days. The only time i get releaf is when i am lying down. It came all at once. I don't feal as if i an going to faint can anyone help.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,

Thanks for writing in this forum.

First and foremost, regular estimation of blood sugar is important as hypoglycemia can lead to dizziness. Also get your blood pressure monitored as orthostatic hypotension due to sudden decrease in systolic BP can also cause dizziness.

Some other causes of dizziness are dehydration,anemia,infections,endocrine disorders like thyroid, adrenal glands, and pituitary gland disorders,anxiety and panic attacks certain medications,inner ear diseases,Meniere’s disease and TIA.Cervical spondolysis,vertebrobasilar insufficiency and carotid sinus syndrome can also cause dizziness.

Get the blood sugar evaluated and an ECG done.CT brain is also useful if a brain injury is suspected to be the cause of vertigo. The choice of treatment will depend on the diagnosis.

Pls consult a physician to find the causative factor as treatment will depend on the same.

Hope this information helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Kind regards.

[sunshinedawn]

Hi dizzy!  Until you can get solid answers... look into vertigo. There are a lot of things that can make you dizzy.