Dizzy and light headed all day

BsAsKate · January 2013

I was up early this morning (5am) due to aches and pains stopping me from getting back to sleep. All day I have been suffering from dizzyness and feeling vaguely light headed. I have had the occasional dizzy spell and case of light headedness but not for an entire day. Has anyone else gone through this?

I have been drinking water and, aside from taking the dogs to the dog park early this moring to avoid the heat, I have not done anything else outside. I found that I need to sit just to stop the room from spinning sometimes. Is there anything esle I should be doing - elevating my feet above my head or something? Its actually more annoying than distrubing.

mrsthomas3311 · January 2013

I have this everyday, especially in the shower or when at the store where I just need to sit before I pass out, I found out my blood sugar was really low and my glucose was at 65 so usually I just need some sugar and that will help a little. Are you have Braxton hicks? I seem to have them pretty often and get the faint/dizzy feeling with those as well.

BsAsKate · January 2013

mrsthomas3311:
I have this everyday, especially in the shower or when at the store where I just need to sit before I pass out, I found out my blood sugar was really low and my glucose was at 65 so usually I just need some sugar and that will help a little. Are you have Braxton hicks? I seem to have them pretty often and get the faint/dizzy feeling with those as well.

I haven't had my glucose tested yet so you could be right!! I have only had two very strong Braxton Hicks contractions a few days ago but normally I will have one mild one at night before going to bed almost every night. Thats a really good point though and I will see how I feel tonight. Thanks!

Rachel Goldstein · January 2013

Have you been tested for anemia? I was feeling dizzy and lightheaded and ended up being anemic. We are all well enough into our pregnancies would could be developing the deficiency as baby grows. A simple CBC at the OB's office would give you your answer. I have an Rx for Iron supplements but they sell some OTC as well, just beware of constipation.

BsAsKate · February 2013

Rachel Goldstein:
Have you been tested for anemia? I was feeling dizzy and lightheaded and ended up being anemic. We are all well enough into our pregnancies would could be developing the deficiency as baby grows. A simple CBC at the OB's office would give you your answer. I have an Rx for Iron supplements but they sell some OTC as well, just beware of constipation.

Thats a really good point. I was slightly anemic before getting pregnant, but not in my last blood test a month and a half ago. I have been eating more red meat since however this dizzyness is puzzling and who knows, it could be attributed to low iron. I am going in on Monday or Tuesday for my blood tests and glucose test.

CRLSMC2011 · February 2013

It could also be a blood pressure issue so I would make sure to monitor that.

Or it could be normal pregnancy invading your body. Make sure to check with your MW/OB if you are concerned.

star510 · February 2013

I haven't had the dizziness all day, but I have had some dizzy spells. I had one this morning while at the doctor's office getting my blood pressure taken (good timing body). My blood pressure was 60/40 so I got some validation that it wasn't just in my head.

My midwife thought that I might have low blood sugar. This morning I went in for my GD test and her theory is that once all the sugar in that drink had gone through my system I crashed. Once the results from the test come back we'll know for sure if that is the cause.

She suggested that I eat small, healthy meals/snacks throughout the day, avoiding eating anything super sugary, and drink lots of water to try and avoid feeling dizzy. They are also testing my blood for low iron as that could contribute to feeling dizzy too.

When I was feeling dizzy they gave me cold water, had me lie down, put a cold, wet wash cloth on my head, and gave me crackers to eat. I felt better after a few minutes. Blood pressure was back up to 109/50 by the time I went home. I was still feeling a bit lightheaded for a few hours after that, but I made sure to eat and drink and have been in bed since then (I work from home, so laptop in bed = work). The other times I have felt dizzy sitting down and drinking water has helped.

Everyone's body is different, so make sure to bring it up with your doctor at your next appointment. Your reasons for being dizzy could be completely different than mine. But eating healthy small meals/snacks and drinking lots of water can't hurt.

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