Today I was kneeling by puppy pen, and got up quickly and became very dizzy.  So I stood against the wall waiting for it to pass. 

Next thing I know I am groaning on the concrete kitchen floor with a hurting cheek and thumb, mumbling to my worried 13 year old son that I must have passed out.  According to him I just keeled right over, and he looked around, and was out only a few seconds.

In the past I have often felt a little giddy  if I got up suddenly, (and have fainted during particularly painful times opf the month).and when pregnant always had quite low blood pressure, but hae not had reason to have it checked for years.

I have been dieting, but had eaten a pretty balanced diet the previousw day, with a fair amount of carbs, but maybe more veg than fruit, and it was before breakfast.

Anyway I made up some Pancakes, filled with artificially Sweetened Quark, followed by a Fruit Salad, to boost sugar.

I told two freinds about my accident, and that at Bath Show tommorrow people witll think I have suffered Domestic violence (big swelling all round cheekbone, which I am sure will be a big bruise by morning :D ).  Both my freinds think I should be seeking veterinary (Doctors :D) attention, am I under reacting?

I think you should go to the doctor - if you were to pass out again, you may end up with worse injuries, depending on where/when it happens.  That is besides the fact that you really need to know what is causing the dizziness and passing out.  As it happens my Mum keeps having dizzy spell (really bad) but as yet hasn't passed out and her doctor is treating it with tablets, so yours may be nothing to worry about.  Best be checked out though.

Hope your bruised face doesn't hurt too much - try some arnica on it to reduce swelling/bruising and Good luck at Bath tomorrow.

Fiona

Well will have to make an appt on tuesday, and probaly get one for a week later, lol :D

Why not give NHS Direct a call they are good for talking things through with, and will give you advice until you can see your doctor

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Never heard of them, have you a number?

I am one of these people that visit the doctor about a few times in 10 years, mainly with the kids.

Do something Barbara! We cannot have you ill, you are much too important!!

Worried, John

Oh you sweet man :D

Brainless straight to the quack :-)

Get your Blood pressure monitored again..

Take care, hope your face isn't to bad.

Pam

Nurse staffed 24 hour helpline - 0845 4647 (number seems weird but is from their webpage!)
- they are excellent - will take details and advise you.

Good luck - hope the bruising goes down!

Janet

0845 46 47 NHS Direct

Glad to hear you're getting an appointment with the doctor, a friend of mine had this (hers usually occured when she got up quickly after sleeping) and she was put on tablets which did seem to help. :)

had same prob last year and ended up being carted off by ambulance ...turned out i had low blood pressure and it was soon sorted , I became used to them and could predict when i was going to faint but was always scared off hurting my self along the way ...best get it sorted good luck x

That dizzy feeling when you've been sitting/kneeling down and you stand up quickly, is because there isn't enough oxygen/blood getting to your brain.

Sorry to hear you are not too good Barbara, if it happens again put your head between your knees or lay down. And you do need to see a doctor. Wish you well soon.

NHS are brilliant.  Sometimes it takes them a while to get back to you but they would be a good bet for first port of call.

I do hope you feel better soon. 

PS It could just be a sign that you need a huge bar of chocolate!!

Brainless....sorry you are not well :-( I will add two things to the above...  low blood sugar not having had breakfast, also I had something similar a while back oddly my colleague had it too..I was so dizzy could not stand up without spinning around and could not get up the stairs upright..it turned out to be a virus which went on its own. I would also advise to check your ears. Hope it goes away soon :-)

Hi sorry to hear you are unwell.
I have a problem with dizzy spells and it can be quite bad (menieres desease) luckily that happens only rarely but you need some medical advice it sounds like it could be your bloodpressure.
My Husband sam used to be able to lie under the car if doing a job on it now he cant lie flat  on his back at all as he goes  dizzy and feint.I said its his age  :( but for you to have passed  right out Im afraid you need to find out especially if you drive and soon.

thinking of you and sending ((hugs))

Ouch! Hope you're feeling better Brainless.

I'm sure the doc will sort you out, but just to add that I also suffer from low blood pressure - I have to be really careful when getting out of the bath, standing still for long periods etc. On the plus side, if that is what it is, apart from the 'fainting risk' it's not all bad - you're more likely to live longer (ie less likely than average to get a stroke, heart attack etc!).

Jo :)

Yep I heard that too, unless of course we fall under a bus.

With my limited advise I don't drive :D

Well with all the feedback I am getting I promise you all that I will
arranging appointment with my doctor tomorrow, though probably won't be seen
for a few days.

As I can't remember when I last had the doc look at me (likely close to 3 years or more, mm should be due one of those ladies appts soon methinks) then maybe get some baseline readings.

Lightheadedness happens when there is not enough blood getting to the brain. This can happen if there is a sudden drop in your blood pressure or if you are dehydrated from vomiting, diarrhea, fever, or other causes. Many people, especially as they get older, experience lightheadedness if they get up too quickly from a lying or seated position. Lightheadedness often accompanies the flu, common cold, or allergies.

Sounds like postural hypotension, (blood pressure).  But if it's happened more than once it would be worth getting checked over.  Could also be a middle ear infection, causing dizzy spells and affecting your balance.  Could you be anaemic, how old is your last baby, some new mums get anaemic following a birth, and sometimes your periods might be heavier once you finish breastfeeding, which could also contribute to anaemia.  Check with your GP.
Lorna

Mmm, I love that dudleyl ... Postural Hypotension. Next time I need to pull a sickie that's going to be my excuse! :D

Jo