Is this something to worry about?

Question

I am 17 weeks pregnant and I went to the store today. The cashier said I went pale and then when I went to leave she had someone carry-out my groceries and walk me to my car. Everything went black and I got real dizzy. He caught me when I got off balance. It went away after they had me sit down for a while. This has happened pretty often. I am going to my doctor tuesday but I was wonderinf if I should be worried and what's going on?

Answer 1

Sounds like low blood pressure. My wife had the same thing happen at around 5 months too. It's very common and nothing to worry about.
Go to the doctor and tell him / her what happened. They will prescribe a supplement to your diet to minimise the risk of it recurring.
For what it's worth, my wife gave birth to a beautiful baby daughter who is now 15 years old and is still my beautiful baby. ;)

Answer 2

If you have a gut instinct that something is wrong, then don't hesitate to go in. Dizziness is very very normal in pregnancy especially at your stage in the game. Your blood volume has increases nearly 50% and your body is still adjusting. Anemia could be a cause for concern however and would require medical attention but is nothing that can't wait until Tuesday; but call your OB just to be sure.
Anemia symptoms:

Extreme fatigue

Weakness

Pail skin

Dizziness

Out of Breath

Heart Palpitations

Trouble concentrating

Finally, some studies have found a link between severe iron-deficiency anemia and cravings for non-food substances such as ice, paper, or clay (a condition known as pica). If you do have these cravings, don't give in to them, and be sure to tell your healthcare provider.

Answer 3

Honestly, that sounds like your blood pressure going bonkers. It does happen to women. The baby might have laid a certain way on an artery and caused your blood pressure to drop. It could also be your sugar levels dropping really fast, which is why it is important for women to have healthy snacks throughout the day and not miss meals.

I would be worried about it. I think, that in the morning (on Monday), call your doctors office and let them know of it and see if they can get you in a day early. If they can't, then just stay put and stay at home until your appointment. And BECAREFUL!

I hope everything turns out okay for you!

Answer 4

I used to get dizzy and nearly passout a few times during my pregnancies. It was nothing to worry about.

It's not uncommon to feel lightheaded or dizzy occasionally. When you're pregnant, your cardiovascular system undergoes dramatic changes: Your heart rate goes up, your heart pumps more blood per minute, and the amount of blood in your body expands by 40 to 45 percent.

During a normal pregnancy, your blood pressure gradually decreases in the beginning, reaching its lowest point in the middle of your pregnancy. It then begins to rise, returning to its regular level by the end of pregnancy.

Most of the time, your cardiovascular and nervous systems are able to adjust to all these changes, but occasionally they don't, which can leave you feeling lightheaded or a bit dizzy.

Answer 5

Oh no sweetheart, its totaly normal to get really dizzy when your starting out your pregnancy, i know, i just had a baby. Just be carefull when you stand up, you dont want to fall with the precious cargo your carrying. Congradulations!!!

Answer 6

almost the same thing happened to me I don't know what it was but my dr said that my iron was probably low or your blood sugar or blood pressure.. it probably was a one time thing.. remember the baby is taking ALOT out of you so make sure to take your vitamins and TRY (I know its hard) to eat a well balanced diet :) good luck My dr kinda leaned more towards iron though.. and thats what it sounds like!

Answer 7

Probably blood pressure.You need to see a doctor.Or you may have diabetes,I don't know what kind its called but some get it during pregnancy,it goes away.

Answer 8

Yeah its happened to me 3 pregnancies it is normal just be careful and if your worried about it ask your doc. They told me it is just because yor blood flow is faster and has more places to go, like your baby. good luck!

Answer 9

I think you should call your Dr ASAP! You can never be too careful when it comes to yours and your baby's health! Since it has happened more than once you should have it checked immediately! Good luck!

Answer 10

Check it out with your doc. Until then try to have someone with you as much as possible. You don't wannt collapse somewhere and hurt yourself or your baby.