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What Causes Dizzy Spells Along With Fatigue And Stinging Sensations In Abdomen?
Question: Hello. I am a healthy 48 year old man. Lift weights and run 5 days per week. 5' 10" and 190 pounds.
Lately, I have been having dizzy spells. I feel like a weight is on my neck and shoulders. Then my equilibrium seems off. Like I have to catch myself. it's like a small wave of fatigue or something.
At the same time, I have been having small "sensations" in my abdomen, side and even my foot once in awhile. It's not really painful. Just a noticeable sting in strange places.
I have tried to see if it is related to alcohol or caffeine or something. The only thing that seems to help is sleep, but even then it's gone from random to steady.
Lately, I have been having dizzy spells. I feel like a weight is on my neck and shoulders. Then my equilibrium seems off. Like I have to catch myself. it's like a small wave of fatigue or something.
At the same time, I have been having small "sensations" in my abdomen, side and even my foot once in awhile. It's not really painful. Just a noticeable sting in strange places.
I have tried to see if it is related to alcohol or caffeine or something. The only thing that seems to help is sleep, but even then it's gone from random to steady.
Brief Answer:
Cervical spine related problem...
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for posting the query. I will try my best to help you with this problem.
Dizziness is a common symptom of various problems. A thorough evaluation followed by appropriate management will help in reducing the symptoms.
After going through the history I do feel, you could be having cervical spine related issues (such as cervical spondylosis or vertebrobasillar insufficiency) which needs to be confirmed with an X-ray and CT scan/ MRI if required. You will have to consult a good orthopedician for the examination of the cervical spine.
The other symptoms such as abdominal discomfort and the stinging sensation in the limbs may be related to the gastric and neurological problems which can be evaluated by the same doctor who examines the spine.
Meanwhile, you need to stop performing any exercises which can worsen the dizziness. Avoid violent movement of the neck. Drink plenty of water; eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Hope I have answered your query: I will be available for the follow-up queries.
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
Cervical spine related problem...
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for posting the query. I will try my best to help you with this problem.
Dizziness is a common symptom of various problems. A thorough evaluation followed by appropriate management will help in reducing the symptoms.
After going through the history I do feel, you could be having cervical spine related issues (such as cervical spondylosis or vertebrobasillar insufficiency) which needs to be confirmed with an X-ray and CT scan/ MRI if required. You will have to consult a good orthopedician for the examination of the cervical spine.
The other symptoms such as abdominal discomfort and the stinging sensation in the limbs may be related to the gastric and neurological problems which can be evaluated by the same doctor who examines the spine.
Meanwhile, you need to stop performing any exercises which can worsen the dizziness. Avoid violent movement of the neck. Drink plenty of water; eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Hope I have answered your query: I will be available for the follow-up queries.
Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N.
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Ashwin Bhandari
Answered by
Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Nanjasetty
Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist
Practicing since :2001
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