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What Should I Do About Low Blood Pressure, Dizziness And Fainting Spells?

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Posted on Fri, 11 Feb 2022
Question: My blood pressure has been running low 90/50 pulse 70 I have been getting very dizzy. Today I fainted and fell cutting my arm. Is it time to call my cardiologist or is this to be expected
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (16 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

The episode of fainting is related to the low blood pressure.

If you are taking any anti-hypertensive drugs, I would recommend avoiding them until your blood pressure will be high again.

In the meantime, I recommend having some rest, avoid straining physical activity and taking plenty of fluids to stay well hydrated.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

Kind regards,

Dr. Iliri
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Ilir Sharka (39 minutes later)
Is it okay for me to drive
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (2 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

If you are dizzy or lightheaded in sitting position, I would not recommend driving.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

Best wishes,

Dr. Iliri
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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What Should I Do About Low Blood Pressure, Dizziness And Fainting Spells?

Brief Answer: I would explain as follows: Detailed Answer: Hello, The episode of fainting is related to the low blood pressure. If you are taking any anti-hypertensive drugs, I would recommend avoiding them until your blood pressure will be high again. In the meantime, I recommend having some rest, avoid straining physical activity and taking plenty of fluids to stay well hydrated. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Kind regards, Dr. Iliri