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What Causes Dizziness And Headaches?
My 12 year old son has experienced dizziness and headaches for the past 6 days. It happens mainly when it stands. He is a very active athlete and we have been treating him as if it was dehydration. It has been improving slightly every day, but it has not yet subsided.
Wed, 5 Dec 2018
Hello,
Maybe he is having a viral condition causing it and he should feel better soon. Meanwhile you should continue with hydrating him and giving him chance to rest. He can take paracetamol and ibuprofen for the pain to help with the headache.
If he is not better in 2-3 days or you notice any worsening or new symptoms he needs to be seen by a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General & Family Physician
Maybe he is having a viral condition causing it and he should feel better soon. Meanwhile you should continue with hydrating him and giving him chance to rest. He can take paracetamol and ibuprofen for the pain to help with the headache.
If he is not better in 2-3 days or you notice any worsening or new symptoms he needs to be seen by a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General & Family Physician
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