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Suggest Remedy For Dizziness And Light Headedness When Suffering From Flu
Question: I had the flu 10 days ago, and I am very dizzy and lightheaded still. Is this normal? I am drinking fluids, Gatorade, water and not taking any medicine for the last 5 days.
Brief Answer:
Unusual to last so long
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
I am sorry to hear that you are feeling ill still after 10 days of contracting the flu. agree with you with drinking plenty of fluids this will help improve your overall feeling of well being. But you are still having light headedness and dizziness. This could still mean that you are either dehydrated or that you have some electrolyte imbalances. It could also mean that over the past 10 days you have been more sedentary and because of this your balance and internal fluid balance is not equalizing quickly. I would recommend that you continue with the extra fluids and that you start exercising or walking. If this does not help over the next day then I recommend you seek medical attention
In summary
1. Dizziness should have improved by now
2. Continue fluids
3. Start a mild exercise program walking is best
4. If not better in 24 hours seek medical attention
5. Could be electrolyte imbalance or continued dehydration
I hope I answered your question. Please contact HCM again with your health care concerns or questions or if you have any other information you need
Unusual to last so long
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
I am sorry to hear that you are feeling ill still after 10 days of contracting the flu. agree with you with drinking plenty of fluids this will help improve your overall feeling of well being. But you are still having light headedness and dizziness. This could still mean that you are either dehydrated or that you have some electrolyte imbalances. It could also mean that over the past 10 days you have been more sedentary and because of this your balance and internal fluid balance is not equalizing quickly. I would recommend that you continue with the extra fluids and that you start exercising or walking. If this does not help over the next day then I recommend you seek medical attention
In summary
1. Dizziness should have improved by now
2. Continue fluids
3. Start a mild exercise program walking is best
4. If not better in 24 hours seek medical attention
5. Could be electrolyte imbalance or continued dehydration
I hope I answered your question. Please contact HCM again with your health care concerns or questions or if you have any other information you need
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