Dizziness is a common complaint.
According to statistics, 30% of people over the age of 65 have dizziness.
People describe this feeling as if you have a faint, you find it difficult to maintain balance, dizziness creates the false sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving is called vertigo.
Be sure to consult your doctor if dizziness is suddenly detected, is acute or has been going on for a long time. However, consult a doctor in time if you do not find anything related to dizziness, ie you do not know what could be the cause.
Call an ambulance if dizziness is accompanied by other symptoms.
Lifestyle and home remedies
If you tend to experience repeated episodes of dizziness, consider these tips:
- Be aware of the possibility of losing your balance, which can lead to falling and serious injury.
- Avoid moving suddenly and walk with a cane for stability, if needed.
- Use good lighting.
- Use nonslip mats on your bath and shower floors.
- Sit or lie down immediately when you feel dizzy.
- Lie still with your eyes closed in a darkened room if you're experiencing a severe episode of vertigo.
- Avoid driving a car
- Avoid using caffeine, alcohol, salt and tobacco.
- Avoid stress.
- Get enough sleep
- Eat healthy
- Drink plenty of water
- If your dizziness is caused by a medication, talk with your doctor about discontinuing it or lowering the dose.
- If your dizziness is caused by overheating or dehydration, rest in a cool place and drink water or a sports drink
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dizziness/diagnosis-treatment/drc-
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