Dizziness, Shortness Of Breath, Vision Problems. Regular Drinker Of Caffeine And Alcohol. Causes For Symptoms?

Posted on Fri, 30 Dec 2011

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Question : I'm a 42 year old male in good health. In September I got prescription eyeglasses with progressive lenses. They did not cause any problems for the first 3 months. I have been on holiday for the past 8 days and not wearing the glasses much. I have experienced dizziness, shortness of breath (a heavy gassy feeling in the stomach), and occasionally feel like I'm going to faint. I typically feel fine in the morning but the symptoms recur as the day goes on.

I don't know if its the glasses of something else? Dehyrdation perhaps? I drink 3-4 cups of coffee in the morning and alcohol as well each night - typically vodka with sparkling water.

I am concerned that these are symptoms of a larger problem. Any insight would be appreciated.

Answered by Dr. Pragnesh Vachharajani (7 hours later)

Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.

Dizziness, shortness of breath and feeling that you are going to faint, cannot be due to not wearing glasses.
It can arise due to multiple conditions which include:
•     Hypertension
•     Angina
•     Respiratory tract infection
•     Stress
I would suggest that you visit your therapy can be started.

Till then, I would suggest the following:

•     Restrict your alcohol intake
•     Take a light diet
•     Do not exert yourself excessively
I hope this answers your query, I will be glad to reply any follow up query that you have.

In case you do not have any further query, please accept the answer.

Wishing you good health.

Dr.Pragnesh

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