when im sitting for a while watching tv or something and I stand up and start walking, my vision gets fuzzy. A few seconds later it goes back to normal. Why does it do this and should I see a doctor?
2007-07-22 05:17:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Headrush, postural hypotension or orthostatic hypotension are terms attached to the symptoms you mention. It results from a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions. As you describe, it lasts for just a few seconds as the body adjusts automatically. Anemia, dehydration, and certain medications can cause this, as can hardening of the arteries.
Have an experienced person take your blood pressure after you have been lying flat for five minutes, then rapidly as you stand up.
If you are young and thin it may be normal. If you are older and hypertensive, I suggest a visit to your doctor for a check up.
2007-07-22 05:40:16 · answer #1 · answered by greydoc6 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your b/p was lower when sitting =when you started walking right as you got up ,the raise in your b/p caused the fuzzy vision =try standing and not moving to make sure you don't go fuzzy again
2007-07-22 05:22:33 · answer #2 · answered by caffsans 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe getting symptoms of heat stress and dehydration. Sounds like you were almost passed out.
2016-04-01 07:06:41 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have postural hypotension. THe blood supply to your brain decreases, and your BP falls. Are you on any antihypertensive drug? If so, tell your doctor.
2007-07-22 05:30:00 · answer #4 · answered by yakkydoc 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get medical advice....possible signs of an ear infection or worse vertigo. I don't know your pre-existing conditions.
2007-07-22 05:21:12 · answer #5 · answered by michelle b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's called a headrush..it just means u got up to fast and if u sit back down and get up slowly u will be ok.....it's nothing to worry about...
2007-07-22 05:21:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋