- female
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
Ive been dealing with this dizziness, nausea, and sometimes even fainting for about 23 days. I found out that my blood pressure is hanging around 95. Ive been trying to fix it with ORS and even started munching on raisins, but the dizziness still hangs around. Im totally confused about what I should be eating or doing to make this better. Any idea why this is happening or what else I can try? I really cant stand feeling like this all the time.
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Visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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