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Wondering about dizzy spells

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Happyhacker
Happyhacker

About a year ago I had a few mornings when I woke up groggy and slightly dizzy (bit like a hangover) which took  a few hours to pass. On one or two occasions when walking to get the morning paper I had definite dizzy spell lasting less than a minute on one occasion needing supported I thought I might be close to feinting. That occurred in a 3 month period then no symptoms. Year. Later I have had one or two groggy mornings and slightly dizzy. I am 67 and male. I am just wondering as this is obviously head related if this is stroke symptoms. I have had blood test recently and been told my red and white cell counts are about 15% below range (due to have a second blood test soon to presumably check if it has changed). As one symptom of a stroke is dizziness I wonder if I might be given warnings here. Feedback appreciated.

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  • MrsO-UK_Surrey
    MrsO-UK_Surrey Happyhacker

    Posted

    Happyhacker, I presume you have had your blood pressure checked, or the BP pills if you are on them?
  • Happyhacker
    Happyhacker

    Posted

    Yes, I have my own machine and today when I am feeling slightly off colour the readings were 130/85/64 and the machine indicate "OK". Thanks. Not on any pills.
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