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What Causes Sudden Onset Of Dizziness?

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Posted on Mon, 27 Jul 2015
Question: All of a sudden I am very dizzy, which I have not experienced to this extent before. Am in fairly good health.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (29 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
If this happens again, I suggest your blood pressure drugs be adjusted!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this dizziness that you have reported. I have reviewed your information fully and this might have been caused by low blood pressure. I think the blood pressure control is too tight for someone of your age that can lead to episodes of hypotension that will explain the fatigue and dizziness. A blood pressure value of 122/72 is really on the lower side for anyone on drugs for hypertension.

My advice is to monitor for now. If it is a one time observation with no repeats, no need to get worried. If this happens again, i suggest you get you blood pressure medications review and dosages probably reduced.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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What Causes Sudden Onset Of Dizziness?

Brief Answer: If this happens again, I suggest your blood pressure drugs be adjusted! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this dizziness that you have reported. I have reviewed your information fully and this might have been caused by low blood pressure. I think the blood pressure control is too tight for someone of your age that can lead to episodes of hypotension that will explain the fatigue and dizziness. A blood pressure value of 122/72 is really on the lower side for anyone on drugs for hypertension. My advice is to monitor for now. If it is a one time observation with no repeats, no need to get worried. If this happens again, i suggest you get you blood pressure medications review and dosages probably reduced. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and do feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.