Do I have high blood pressure?

Question:

After sitting for a period of time when I stand up I get REALLY dizzy and my vision gets all blurry, It only lasts for about 45-60 seconds. But it's scarry, sometimes I feel like I could faint. This happens everytime I stand up.

Answers:
I'm don't have a healthcare background or anything but it sounds like you may have LOW blood pressure. Either that or you may not be eating enough sugar. If your blood sugar is low you may experience these symptoms. Go check it out with your doctor. Whenever I donate blood I feel exactly the same way. That's why they make you sit for a while and drink some juice and have some cookies, to replace your blood sugar.

Other Answers:
see your doctor

You should go to the doctor and let her/him check you out. Do you stand up in a hurry? Try standing up slowly and see if you get the same feeling.

lack of exercise also causes this problem but it will be better if you consult your doctor

You might be systolic, this happens when you have a low blood pressure, I would check it by the Dr. since this dizziness could be an effect of a lot of symptoms.

Yes it sounds like your blood pressure could be high! Sounds to me actually like you may have LOW blood pressure. You should definitely make an appointment to see your Doctor TODAY! Or - if you don't have a doctor find a walk in clinic.

Sounds more like amenia(sp? well anyways it's basically low blood iron) but see your doctor just in case.

I had this happen in the past but not all the time. Do you get up real fast? Are you not eating, i.e your on an empty stomach?

I had those symptoms when I was in basic training 16 years ago. Are you on any prescription medication? if so check each one for the side effects you are having. Do you take a good multi-vitamin and drink lots of water. Answer these questions and PM me if you still have not found the source of your dizzyness

I have the same issues. My problem is low blood pressure. Your best bet, is to try to get your blood pressure taken right after this episode.
If you find that your bp is low, some suggestions I found on webmd is to intake more caffeine and salt.
Before you do anything CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR!! Good luck!

It is a symptom of vertigo. You r having what is called "postural hypotension".It`s harmless.

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Do I have high blood pressure?

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