Well, it depends, alot of things can cause dizziness. It could be something as simple as a allergy causing fluid buildup in the inner ear. Most likely it is fluid build up, inner ear problems are the most common cause. Esp. if you are a younger person. High blood pressure, low blood sugar, pregnancy, infection, the list would go on and on. If it is a chronic problem or severe you need to go to a doctor. I have an inner ear disease and have lived with dizziness so severe I have had to be sedated. For less serious cases the doctor will give you antivert or Valium and it works.
2006-09-03 05:32:33
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answered by mischiefmaker_kc 5
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It's pretty hard to make a diagnosis when your question does not clarify what type of dizziness, when it occurs, or any useful information. However, I'll give it a try. Perhaps your glucose level is too low if you haven't eaten properly. It could be that you are dehydrated. If your blood pressure is either too high or too low, you can get dizzy. Heart problems can cause dizziness. Circulatory issues can cause dizziness. Ear problems, particularly labrynthitis causes severe whirling dizziness. Your sinuses may be severely infected. The best thing to do is talk with your doctor and have him find the cause and the remedy.
2006-09-03 12:30:10
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answered by missingora 7
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emedicinehealth outlines the causes as follows:
Dizziness Causes
Dizziness may be attributed broadly to a number of things. Sometimes, doctors find no specific cause, but dangerous causes always need to be excluded.
High blood pressure, usually extremely high, causing damage to the brain
Low blood pressure, which can have multiple causes ranging from diseases of the heart to bleeding disorders that cause anemia to adverse reactions to medications
Heart causes
Heart attack, arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythms), heart rate too fast, heart rate too slow
Weakened, aged, or diseased heart muscle, toxins or drugs affecting the rate or force of the heart
Brain causes
Stroke, tumor, headaches, migraines, hyperventilation
Fainting (syncope) - A loss of blood supply to the brain causing loss of consciousness, typically after loss of blood output by your heart
Many things may trigger this infamous "common faint"—emotions, rapidly assuming an upright position, even urination
Dementia or senility - Any illness causing confusion or changed state of mind, such as medications, drugs, or alcohol
Medications (Almost all medications list dizziness as a possible side effect.)
Blood pressure medications, sedatives, tranquilizers, antidepressants, pain relievers, some antibiotics
Diuretics, causing dehydration, blood electrolyte changes, heart effects, or direct side effects
Metabolic disorders
Hypoxia, low blood oxygen
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) including an insulin reaction
Dehydration, from many causes
Aging
Reduced capacity for exercise or activity
Reduced ability to compensate for quickly assuming an upright position
Hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis) causing decreased blood supply to the brain, heart, and other organs
Weakness, deconditioning
Neuropathy, a progressive dysfunction of the nerves from many illnesses, especially diabetes
Other illness
Internal bleeding or hemorrhage, which may go unnoticed
Anemia, or low red blood cell count
Prolonged bed rest, causing weakness, loss of ability to compensate for assuming an upright position
Infections
Endocrine diseases - Hormone-producing organs such as the thyroid, adrenal glands, and pituitary gland affect hydration, salt balance, and function of other organs
Psychiatric reasons
Depression, anxiety, or panic disorder
Hyperventilation - Breathing too fast or too deeply, usually from anxiety (This may not be apparent to you or observers. Associated hand and foot cramping increase anxiety and perpetuate a cycle.)
Somatization - The conversion of a mental illness, such as anxiety or depression, into physical symptoms (Often, you may be unaware of the underlying mental illness and insist that you have only physical complaints.)
I also found that cervical spondaloysis can make you dizzy. At the very least, I feel the the condition should be checked by a doctor.
2006-09-03 12:27:30
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answered by Roger 3
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