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Low Blood Pressure, Feels Dizzy While Walking Or Standing. Is There Any Problem?

I am a healthy 57 year old, 167 lb, 5 8 . I have always had low blood pressure and would become dizzy if I got up too fast. Today I was standing and then began to walk and I suddenly felt dizzy and like my eyes were crossing but they did not cross. It went away in a few minutes and I had no trouble walking or seeing--just had the feeling.
Thu, 21 Jun 2012
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Ophthalmologist 's  Response
hii

this is called postural hypotension. u will get dizzy whenever u change postions suddenly.

do following things

1. gradually change position - dont stand from lying down position. sit then sdtand
2. eat more of salt and salty foods
3. keep well hydrated

unfortunately there is no permanent remedy.

get well soon
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Low Blood Pressure, Feels Dizzy While Walking Or Standing. Is There Any Problem?

hii this is called postural hypotension. u will get dizzy whenever u change postions suddenly. do following things 1. gradually change position - dont stand from lying down position. sit then sdtand 2. eat more of salt and salty foods 3. keep well hydrated unfortunately there is no permanent remedy. get well soon