Recently I've noticed EVERY morning for the past few months I've waken up light-headed. After I walk around and get to getting up I'm fine but it's just weird. Anyone had this? Done research on it? or know what causes it?
2007-12-07 13:45:06 · 4 answers · asked by mell mell 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
yep, orthostatic hypotension...does it also occur if you bend over then stand up? buy a b/p machine (at walgreens or walmart) take your b/p first laying down, keep the machine on your arm then take it sitting up, keep the machine on your arm then stand up. if it drops during these times then that is exactly what it is. Are you on b/p meds? they may need adjusting. Make sure you follow up with a doctor. In the meantime don't get straight out of bed in the AM so you don't pass out or fall, sit on the side of the bed for a few minutes to get your bearings
2007-12-07 13:54:21 · answer #1 · answered by top nurse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would also make sure that it isn't low blood sugar. Do you notice it any other time. Does it go away after you have breakfast in the morning?
2007-12-07 22:30:59 · answer #2 · answered by Stacy S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get your blood pressure checked. It may be too high.
2007-12-07 21:55:14 · answer #3 · answered by Irish 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
orthostatic hypotension. you body needs time to adjust your blood pressure.
2007-12-07 21:49:02 · answer #4 · answered by Chris E 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋