What Causes Dizziness When Standing And Breathlessness On Exertion?

Posted on Mon, 27 Jun 2016

Medically reviewed by Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 Answered on

Mon, 18 Jul 2016 Last reviewed on

Question : I get out of breath with the slightest exertion. I also get dizzy upon standing

Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Following advice

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

Your symptoms may be associated with the following disorders:
- Anemia
- Heart issues especially heart failure.

If you were my patient I would recommend to do the following examinations to find out what is causing your symptoms:
- Blood work
- Ecg
- Cardiac echo
- Chest x-ray

Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu

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

Follow up: Dr. Benard Shehu (18 minutes later)

Do I need to make an appointment with my cardiologist ? If so how soon?

Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Following advice

Detailed Answer:
Hi back,

Yes you should schedule an appointment with cardiologist within next 10-15 days.

Hope this will be of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu

Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.

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