I have been getting really dizzy lately. I am quite worried as it is really annoying. I drink alot and go to bed early enough but whatever i do it doesn't seem to get better. When i stand up it happens alot - i know that is normal but i sometimes black out for a second. My parents say it is just "Hormones" - as my mum says everything is!! :D! I think it might be something worse. Has anyone else had this and what can i do to make it better??? Should i go to the doctor - even though it might be nothin??? please help!!!
2007-03-29 06:10:14 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
I'm not pregnant!! we can rule that one out - I'm 14 but you made me giggle no 17 person!!! hehehe
2007-03-29 06:34:08 · update #1
you poor thing!
it sounds like low blood pressure but it could b a few other things too...like an inner ear problem, anemia, u may need glasses, u could just b tired,or it could even b an overactive thoroid.more seriously....the black outs could b petite mal epilepsy...but its unlikely. either way you need to get a check up bcause theyr all relatively easily treated!
2007-03-29 06:24:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As you say, it might be nothing: I remember reading about how blood pressure tends to do very odd things in a teenager. And it has nothing to do with hormones either. I had the same problem at your age, and eventually outgrew it.
But if you haven't been for a check-up recently, try to get one. There are other things that can cause the dizziness that can be serious and need to be caught early. Meanwhile, try not to move too quickly. And make sure there is something solid you can grab if you do start to black out.
Good luck!
2007-03-29 06:21:25 · answer #2 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there, I get dizzy spells too. But more like once every 3 months, and they are quite debilitating. However, I have had these all of my life and my mother and grandmother also get them. For me they are just part of my life and I have to live with them, so I know how annoying they can be, but if they are happening frequently as you say they are, it def needs to be checked out. It does sound like low blood pressure, but getting an MRI would rule out something more serious. Have you taken a pregnancy test??
2007-03-29 06:30:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Believe it or not this is quite common and normally just down to a drop in blood pressure when standing up to quick. You may pass out for a few seconds. I would advise you to get up slowly so as not to hurt yourself. As long as you are eating well and drinking plenty of fluids i wouldn't be to concerned. Should you develop any other symtoms then you should have a chat with your doctor to rule out other conditions.
Hope you feel better with this.
2007-03-29 06:17:10 · answer #4 · answered by chaz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah go to the docs as u said it might be nothing but hey its better to be safe than sorry, u could just have low or high blood pressure its not normal for people to feel dizzy all the time and black out for a few seconds even when ur hormones are wreeking havoc
2007-03-29 06:56:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Blood pressure problems, low blood sugar, diabetes...
Your anxiety about it is probably just making it worse and your mom isn't really helping. You need the peace of mind that comes with knowing what the problem really is. The best thing is just to make that doctor's appointment and find out for sure. You'll be equipped to deal with it, then, and hopefully begin to feel better.
2007-03-29 06:14:57 · answer #6 · answered by grrluknow 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you could be suffering from low blood pressure, although there is no cure for this you should see your doctor so he can keep an eye on it.........i suffered from really low blood pressure and felt dizzy ever time i stood up...you need to stand up from a lying or sitting position slowly then stand for a second before you move, your doctor would advise you better so pop in and see him/her
2007-03-29 06:20:02 · answer #7 · answered by angie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It May be Vertigo, this is an inner ear complaint and effects balance and causes dizziness if you get up to quick, have a look at NHS Direct (Link Below)
2007-03-29 06:20:38 · answer #8 · answered by nuk_su_kow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I started having vertigo in my 30's.
I was told that I had too much fluid on my ears. It goes away in about two weeks.
Go to a doctor and verify it is just vertigo.
Now I treat myself with Dramamine or whatever product you can take for sea sickness or motion sickness.
2007-03-29 06:15:49 · answer #9 · answered by Florida Sun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not worry too much about this. I think it tends to happen at certain times in our lives. Your blood pressure might be low (Lucky you) but this will probably correct its self.
It would be a good idea to see your GP just to put your mind at rest, it can be quite a worrying experience.
2007-03-29 06:15:48 · answer #10 · answered by Spiny Norman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋