Its been happening alot more recently and wondered what would cause the change. Ive passed out quite a few times in the past when standing, but passed out while sitting down on the bus the other day. My GP did blood tests and when they came back fine he sent me on my way. Also been very tired and clumsy. Im 24. Any advice?
2007-03-22 15:14:08 · 6 answers · asked by froggy 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
There is an exam called a Tilt Table. It consists of the patient lying on a table that goes from the upright position, then lays back. You are lying on it and hooked up to monitors -- EKG, blood pressure and an IV.
Your blood pressure is monitored every 5 minutes while standing up, when the doctor decides they tilt the table back to lying position. This goes on for about 30 minutes to an hour. It of course stops if you pass out before then.
Sometimes the doctor will start an Isopril drip. When administered it speeds the heart for about 15 to 30 seconds, depending on the dose. Sometimes that induces the black outs.
A cardiologist usually performs the test. And if you test positive and pass out, the doctor can treat the condition with medicine. Hope this helps
2007-03-22 16:15:36 · answer #1 · answered by harri_pitts 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could have vertigo, a disorder in organs in your inner ear responsible for balance and equilibrium. or maybe you have an ear infection. if your blood test came back normal then that probably means that your dizziness is not caused by low iron anemia. you should also have your blood pressure checked too. since doctors can't see into your inner ear from just looking from the outside, they cannot see what's happening internally. you could try to take gravol or wait it out for a few days and go back to your doctor and get referred to an ear specialist if you're still not feeling well. more info here: http://www.neurologychannel.com/vertigo/treatment.shtml
2007-03-22 15:27:07 · answer #2 · answered by qwerty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a second opinion from a different doctor. There are many different possible reasons for your symptoms which may not always show up in routine bloodwork. From what you say you certainly have cause for concern. It may not be serious or life threatening but yes, definitely get a second opinion.
2007-03-22 15:25:56 · answer #3 · answered by - 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be your equilibrium. You need to see anear specialist. Sometimes if yu are taking herbal supplements, some of them can interact with any medication, or even vitamins. Check with your pharmacist or doctor.
2007-03-22 15:18:04 · answer #4 · answered by "Vallamkali" 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be ear wax build up or poor blood pressure.
2007-03-22 15:28:26 · answer #5 · answered by gregory_dittman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a second opinion this can be life threatening please get checked again and do not leave until they check everything god bless and good luck
2007-03-22 15:54:01 · answer #6 · answered by me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋