Getting Dizzy Spells When Standing Up

[Auckland Canary]

Basically I have noticed in the last couple of years that whenever I stand up I am becoming very dizzy and faint. It seems to be getting worse and sometimes I need to hold on to a desk or chair for support for a few seconds while I recover. I don't think it is my blood pressure as that is generally a bit on the high side despite not being overweight. Any ideas about why this is seems to be getting worse or whether it could be Type 1 related?

 

[lianne13]

Hi my blood pressure is a little bit high but I still suffer from hypotension! My blood pressure drops when I stand up! You should try and get a couple of blood pressure readings lying down then standing up to see if there is any difference! Try to keep hydrated as this can help! X


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[catherinecherub]

It could well be postural hypotension as Lianne has indicated.

Best to go to G.P. and get him to take some readings when sitting and standing up.

http://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/attachments/article/137/Postural Hypotension.pdf

 

[mo1905]

Agree with others, certainly sounds like low BP. Go see you doc.

 

[cp1943]

Agree with the others. I have had the same problem and my GP advised me to wear support tights which has helped a lot. Just an idea but you should probably also see your doc.