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What Causes Lethargy And Dizzy Spells While Recovering From Pneumonia?
hi. its paul here .I am 82 .Ive recently had pneumonia [hospital] home 3 weeks.I am quite lethargic .I square dance and play tennis.ITS quite exhausting and i am having dizzy spells. i am not on any doctors medication. Is there a time factor involved in my recovery.
Tue, 19 May 2020
Hello,
Yes, time is one of the factors involved in your recovery. Older people may feel very weak for some time while recovering and might need an extended period of rest before they feel fully recovered. I recommend you:
Drinking plenty of water and keeping hydrated
Reducing stress and alcohol and tobacco intake
Getting plenty of sleep
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Arup Majumdar, General & Family Physician
Yes, time is one of the factors involved in your recovery. Older people may feel very weak for some time while recovering and might need an extended period of rest before they feel fully recovered. I recommend you:
Drinking plenty of water and keeping hydrated
Reducing stress and alcohol and tobacco intake
Getting plenty of sleep
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Arup Majumdar, General & Family Physician
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