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Mind: Lightheadedness

ID 2598

The terms dizziness or lightheadedness are used to describe a feeling that you are about to faint or "pass out". Lightheadedness is often caused by a momentary drop in blood pressure when a person gets up too quickly from sitting or lying down.

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Body areaMental

Conditions linked to this sign/symptom

20

Drugs where this is listed as a side effect

10