I keep passing out!

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by Yorkieluv

What causes that? That used to happen to me quite often....It was scary..

Some people are simply sensitive to it (ie just "made" that way); for others, like me, I naturally have low blood pressure - so sometimes I'll stand up and have to stop for a few moments, and maybe even dip my head upside down to get some blood in there (LOL). But, there could be other underlying issues too - like blood isn't circulating properly (vessel and/or valvular issue) or the chambers aren't talking properly (atria/ventricles out of sync, but less likely). Usually, the causes are quite benign in nature, which is good. Once you're in Med School (soon, right?) - you'll be able too tell us so much more than me, girl! (btw, are you a runner/athlete? If so, perhaps you used to have low blood pressure - resulting in the occasional drops)

[pepe mint]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Some people are simply sensitive to it (ie just "made" that way); for others, like me, I naturally have low blood pressure - so sometimes I'll stand up and have to stop for a few moments, and maybe even dip my head upside down to get some blood in there (LOL). But, there could be other underlying issues too - like blood isn't circulating properly (vessel and/or valvular issue) or the chambers aren't talking properly (atria/ventricles out of sync, but less likely). Usually, the causes are quite benign in nature, which is good. Once you're in Med School (soon, right?) - you'll be able too tell us so much more than me, girl! (btw, are you a runner/athlete? If so, perhaps you used to have low blood pressure - resulting in the occasional drops)

shoot...I don't run unless I am being chased.......and I truly fear for my life LOL

[girlybella]

Mandee, thoughts and prayers are with you and I hope they are able to figure it all out ASAP. Please keep us updated on your appointment/consultation....

((hugs))
Christina

[Yorkieluv]

Yes, soon I hope!!! Thanks for the info!

[sweetr72]

This must be so scary for you...hopefully your appointment will go ok tomorrow..all you need is extra stress from worry ...baths sound like the way to go..with little water or just keep the tub unplugged and wash with a cloth..at least you will be sitting and not fall...I hope this is nothing serious and just a side effect from pregnancy..Ill most definetly keep you in my thoughts hun..

Dawn

[scoobiedooiscoo]

soooo? what did they say?

[pepe mint]

Originally Posted by scoobiedooiscoo

soooo? what did they say?

gosh, i'm sorry I came home and took a nap...

they didnt' really say anything just yet. i have to wear an "activity monitor" for a couple of weeks. They did an ultrasound on my heart and it looked good. I also have to go in for a turn table test. And I am going to see an thyroid specialist because my thyroid levels have been low for a while.

soooo....after all of that, I MIGHT know something sorry....no news yet

[PrestigeousYT]

Originally Posted by pepe mint

gosh, i'm sorry I came home and took a nap...

they didnt' really say anything just yet. i have to wear an "activity monitor" for a couple of weeks. They did an ultrasound on my heart and it looked good. I also have to go in for a turn table test. And I am going to see an thyroid specialist because my thyroid levels have been low for a while.

soooo....after all of that, I MIGHT know something sorry....no news yet

Is that the Tilt Table test you are talking about?
I had that done years ago and thats when they diagnosed Vasso Depressor Syncope. They strap you on the bed then tilt it up, you are on heart monitors etc. I passed out and started to fall so thank god for the straps DRs say Vassor Depressor Syncope is a new disease amongst younger people. I take a medicine that they give older folks to keep Blood Pressure up. Its called ProAmatine
Then years later i went to a Hematologist and my Iron levels were depleted and I noticed as the iron levels came up it also helped somewhat with the Blood Pressure.
Best wishes and prayers to you

Deana
Prestigeous Yorkies

[a2luckygirl]

Originally Posted by Bizzymammabee

Oh honey.....I am so scared for you. Did you eat? Could it have been maybe a bit of low blood sugar? What do you remember feeling before it happened? Keep us posted.

that's what i was wondering! Or even high blood sugar!
Ask your docter to check this out! And low BP!
If you think you are going to go out- sit on floor, before you hit the floor!

Take care of your self

[pepe mint]

Originally Posted by PrestigeousYT

Is that the Tilt Table test you are talking about?
I had that done years ago and thats when they diagnosed Vasso Depressor Syncope. They strap you on the bed then tilt it up, you are on heart monitors etc. I passed out and started to fall so thank god for the straps DRs say Vassor Depressor Syncope is a new disease amongst younger people. I take a medicine that they give older folks to keep Blood Pressure up. Its called ProAmatine
Then years later i went to a Hematologist and my Iron levels were depleted and I noticed as the iron levels came up it also helped somewhat with the Blood Pressure.
Best wishes and prayers to you

Deana
Prestigeous Yorkies

yeah, that is what the test is I had a brain fart and forgot what it was called LOL

thanks for the info!!!

[patty58]

I was just checking in to see how you are doing Mandee. Remembering you in my prayers, sweetie.

[daisy mae06]

Originally Posted by patty58

I was just checking in to see how you are doing Mandee. Remembering you in my prayers, sweetie.

Ditto.
(((((((HUGS)))))))

[Nikki+2]

Just checking to see if you had an answer yet. Are you still passing out?

[Shadow]

I hope you are doing OK Mandee.

[pepe mint]

Originally Posted by Nikki+2

Just checking to see if you had an answer yet. Are you still passing out?

this is the best answer I have so far...http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...1&postcount=67

i am still having issues in the shower but i haven't passed out totally again...just get very weak and black out. it's getting very frustrating