What Causes Dizziness And Lightheadedness When Suffering From Diabetes?

Posted on Mon, 31 Mar 2014

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Mon, 31 Mar 2014 Answered on

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Question : Husband falls frequently, is often bothered with dizziness, lightheadedness, is diabetic, at times confused. Could this be something for a neurologist? We have a great family doctor for over 30 years, but we have not yet found out what his problem is. Might a Neurologist be the way to go?

Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer: clinical examination and investigations may help. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing your query. After reading your post, I would advise that you should get him clinically examined and investigated by a Neurophysician. Following investigations may be helpful :- 1. Blood sugar levels. 2. Kidney Function Test ( KFT ). 3. Serum electrolytes. 4. ECG. 5. CT Scan or MRI of head and neck region. 6. Ambulatory blood pressure recording. 7. Holter monitoring. I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help. Regards. Thanks.

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (24 hours later)

Thank you for your suggestions. We will be seeing our family doctor again tomorrow PM (4/1) and I may have a follow-up question. My main question to you was ifa Neurophysician would be the way to go and you answered. Will get back to you tomorrow PM (April 1st) Thanks. XXXXXXX XXXXXXX YYYY@YYYY

Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (30 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Thanks. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your response. I wish your husband a good health. Regards. Thanks.

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