Dizziness
Vertical dizziness occurs when an individual is standing up or is going to stand up and feels dizzy and or nauseous.
Low Blood Pressure
Blood pressure
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded can be a direct result of low blood pressure. Having low blood pressure means that not enough oxygen-rich blood is reaching the brain and its function can then be affected.
Diabetes
Diabetes testing equipment
Individuals with diabetes often complain about dizziness. This may be caused by high blood sugar, low blood sugar or autonomic dysfunction. The autonomic nervous system regulates unconscious body functions, including heart rate, blood pressure, temperature regulation, gastrointestinal secretion, and metabolic and endocrine responses to stress," according to Healthline.com.
Heart Conditions
Heartbeat monitor
Heart conditions may be a cause of vertical dizziness. The most common heart conditions associated with vertical dizziness are heart attacks and irregular heart rhythms (also known as arrhythmia), when the heart beats either too fast or too slow.
The Brain
The brain
Sometimes the brain can cause an individual to have dizzy spells. Some examples of brain-related causes are headaches, migraines, strokes or tumors.
Medications
Medications
Many medications have a warning on the label or packaging noting dizziness as a side effect. Some of the types of medications that may causes dizziness include most blood pressure medications, tranquilizers, some pain relievers, antidepressants, sedatives and some antibiotics. It is always a good idea to read the side-effects label before taking any medication.
