What are the signs of dizziness?

　　Dizziness is a symptom that many people have experienced. Some people think that it is just a matter of staying up late or not sleeping well, and that it is just a matter of taking a rest. But in fact, frequent or sudden dizziness may be a "distress signal" sent by the body. Especially in middle-aged and elderly people, it may be closely related to a variety of diseases. If not paid attention to in time, small symptoms may turn into big problems. So, what is the sign of dizziness? How should we respond?

What are the signs of dizziness?

　　1.Anemia

　　When there are insufficient red blood cells or hemoglobin in the body, the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood decreases and the brain is insufficiently supplied with oxygen. Symptoms such as dizziness, dizziness, fatigue, and pale complexion may occur. Women with heavy menstruation, malnutrition, or gastrointestinal bleeding are more likely to develop anemia. Improve your diet, supplement iron and vitamin B12, and seek medical treatment if necessary.

　　2. Cervical spondylosis

　　Long-term bowing and poor posture can lead to cervical spine degeneration, bone hyperplasia, compression of the vertebral artery, and affect the blood supply to the brain. Such patients often experience sudden dizziness when turning their heads or getting up, accompanied by stiff neck and numbness in their arms. You should pay attention to your sitting posture every day, avoid looking at your mobile phone for a long time, and do appropriate cervical spine exercises.

　　3. High blood pressure or hypotension

　　Blood pressure that is too high or too low can affect blood flow to the brain. Patients with high blood pressure often suffer from headaches and head bloating ； People with low blood pressure are likely to have dark eyes and become unstable when standing up (orthostatic hypotension). It is important to monitor your blood pressure regularly and maintain a regular schedule and a light diet.

　　4. Insufficient blood supply to the brain or cerebral arteriosclerosis

　　Aging blood vessels and high blood lipids can slow down blood flow in the brain, causing chronic dizziness, memory loss, tinnitus, etc. This is one of the important precursors to stroke. Controlling the "three highs", quitting smoking, limiting alcohol, and exercising moderately can effectively prevent it.

　　5.Heart disease

　　When the heart's pumping function weakens, the blood supply to the brain will decrease, leading to dizziness, palpitation, and shortness of breath. Especially if sudden dizziness is accompanied by chest tightness and cold sweats, you should be alert to arrhythmia or myocardial ischemia and seek medical attention promptly.

　　6. Brain tumors or neurological diseases

　　Although relatively rare, persistent headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, loss of balance, and even nausea and vomiting may be signs of a brain tumor or acoustic neuroma. Especially those with unilateral hearing loss and tinnitus need to be more vigilant and should undergo brain imaging examination as soon as possible.

What to do if you feel dizzy

　　1. Emergency treatment

　　When dizziness occurs, quickly find a safe place to sit or lie down to avoid falling and getting injured while standing.； Slowly adjust your posture, lower your head and close your eyes for 5-10 minutes to reduce head shaking. If it is accompanied by nausea, you can lie on your side to prevent choking on vomit and cough. After the symptoms are relieved, move slowly to avoid getting up suddenly and aggravating the discomfort.

　　2. Check for triggers

　　First check whether it is caused by hypoglycemia, lack of water, lack of sleep or prolonged head bowing. If you have not eaten, you can add a small amount of sugar water or biscuits. If you are short of water, drink warm water in small sips. ； Those who have been at their desks for a long time need to stand up and look far away and relax their neck muscles. After eliminating the above factors, observe whether the symptoms persist to provide a basis for subsequent treatment.

　　3.Daily conditioning

　　Ensure a regular schedule, avoid staying up late, and sleep 7-8 hours a day； Eat a balanced diet and consume an appropriate amount of foods that supplement iron and B vitamins to prevent anemia and nutritional deficiencies. ； Do moderate exercises such as walking and Tai Chi to promote blood circulation, improve oxygen supply to the brain, and reduce dizziness attacks.

　　4. Medical tips

　　If dizziness and dizziness occur frequently and last for more than 1 hour without relief, or are accompanied by symptoms such as headache, blurred vision, numbness of limbs, slurred speech, etc., you need to seek medical treatment in time to check for hypertension, cervical spondylosis, cerebrovascular disease and other problems to avoid delaying the condition and ensure targeted treatment.

　　Small symptoms may hide big problems. Dizziness is not a trivial matter, so don’t tolerate it any longer. Paying attention to body signals and investigating the cause of the disease in time is the most responsible for your own health.