Suggest Remedy For Persistent Vertigo

Posted on Thu, 24 Sep 2015

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Question : On Sept 4th 2015 I got light headed while walking my dog @ around 9:00-9:15 am almost fell down to the ground but grabed onto a fence to keep from going all the way down lasted about 10 seconds or so . So I continued walking home with no incidents. Today Sept 24th I awoke at 7:00am Walked out to the living room got light headed again grab a chair for stability lasted about 10 seconds again. Guess I should see a specialist? What do you think

Answered by Dr. Praveen (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need cardiovascular work up;Consult cardiologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello sir. Thanks for your query.

Light headedness is commonly and importantly seen in 3 conditions namely cardiovascular abnormality(abnormal heart rate or function), inner ear disturbance(vestibular insufficiency) and anaemia.Hence I would examine do a complete cardiovascular and blood work-up & ask for carotid Doppler scan if required.

I would recommend to consult a cardiologist for further evaluation & management.

Feel free to post me any other queries you may have.

Regards
Dr XXXXXXX

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar