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What Causes Dizzy Spells And Vomiting While Traveling By Air?
Sometimes, not always, when I trave on an airplane, I feel faint, sweat, feel very weak and have vomited.
I am 68, 5-10, and weigh 150lbs.
I know I have low blood pressure.
What causes my problem? What can I do about it? We are about to fly to China.
Thank you.
I am 68, 5-10, and weigh 150lbs.
I know I have low blood pressure.
What causes my problem? What can I do about it? We are about to fly to China.
Thank you.
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Sat, 16 Aug 2014
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It may be anxiety related to flying.
Anxiety can present with physical symptoms including those mentioned above.
It can also commonly cause chest pain, abdominal pain, palpitations and even diarrhea.
You may want to speak to your doctor prior to your flight to see if you can get medication to relax you while you fly.
I hope this helps
It may be anxiety related to flying.
Anxiety can present with physical symptoms including those mentioned above.
It can also commonly cause chest pain, abdominal pain, palpitations and even diarrhea.
You may want to speak to your doctor prior to your flight to see if you can get medication to relax you while you fly.
I hope this helps
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