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What Causes Weakness Along With Dizziness?
Question: Suddenly became weak fell asleep while visiting parent. Not asleep nodded off somewhat queezy
Light headed and weak
Light headed and weak
Brief Answer:
many causes
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question. There could be many causes for this including sleep deprivation, anemia, thyroid disease, lung or heart disease. A neurological condition such as seizure is also possible. Make sure that you are drinking 2-3 liters of water daily. Avoid caffeine, tobacco and alcohol. It would be best to see a doctor as soon as possible for a physical exam, EKG and some blood tests. Of primary importance is making sure that your heart and nervous system are functioning normally. Good luck to you and thank you for using HCM
Dr.Robinson
many causes
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question. There could be many causes for this including sleep deprivation, anemia, thyroid disease, lung or heart disease. A neurological condition such as seizure is also possible. Make sure that you are drinking 2-3 liters of water daily. Avoid caffeine, tobacco and alcohol. It would be best to see a doctor as soon as possible for a physical exam, EKG and some blood tests. Of primary importance is making sure that your heart and nervous system are functioning normally. Good luck to you and thank you for using HCM
Dr.Robinson
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