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QuestionWhat should I do if I feel too embarrassed to tell someone that I faint?Marsha Durkin is a Registered Nurse based in Waukegan, Illinois. With over 15 years of professional experience, she works both as a nurse and a Laboratory Information Specialist for Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Marsha received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Olney Central College in 1987.Try not to feel embarrassed. You are protecting yourself from injury by telling someone! Everyone will have a problem with feeling lightheaded or faint at some point in their life, so you are not alone.
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QuestionMy school has a morning assembly every day and we stand in the sun in lines. I have already fainted once and I usually feel like I am going to faint. It is not possible to sit or lay down. What should I do?Marsha Durkin is a Registered Nurse based in Waukegan, Illinois. With over 15 years of professional experience, she works both as a nurse and a Laboratory Information Specialist for Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Marsha received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Olney Central College in 1987.It would be a good idea to talk to your school official or your school nurse. It is not a good idea to participate in morning assembly if you're feeling faint and have fainted in the past.
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QuestionIs it possible to faint after standing for a long period, even if you're not dehydrated? I sometimes get dizzy but I don't feel faint until I hit the ground. Is this a problem I should get checked out?Marsha Durkin is a Registered Nurse based in Waukegan, Illinois. With over 15 years of professional experience, she works both as a nurse and a Laboratory Information Specialist for Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Marsha received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Olney Central College in 1987.Yes. It would be a good idea to get an evaluation by a doctor to find out why you are fainting.
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QuestionI'm worried about collapsing in the shower. What can I do?Marsha Durkin is a Registered Nurse based in Waukegan, Illinois. With over 15 years of professional experience, she works both as a nurse and a Laboratory Information Specialist for Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Marsha received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Olney Central College in 1987.It's best to wait until you feel better to bathe if you are worried about collapsing in the shower. I would either wait if you feel faint or have a friend come just in case you get dizzy. You might also think about buying a shower chair so that you can shower while sitting, or take baths instead of showers.
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QuestionIs it normal to smell a strange smell and hear ringing in ears?Marsha Durkin is a Registered Nurse based in Waukegan, Illinois. With over 15 years of professional experience, she works both as a nurse and a Laboratory Information Specialist for Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Marsha received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Olney Central College in 1987.No, this is not normal. Smelling a strange smell especially warrants a visit to your doctor.
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QuestionI'm just wondering why I feel like I'm going to pass out all the time?Marsha Durkin is a Registered Nurse based in Waukegan, Illinois. With over 15 years of professional experience, she works both as a nurse and a Laboratory Information Specialist for Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Marsha received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Olney Central College in 1987.Make an appointment to see your doctor. This is not a normal occurrence.
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QuestionSometimes when I stand up, everything turns black and I have to grab something to stop myself from falling. Is this normal? What can I do to prevent it?Marsha Durkin is a Registered Nurse based in Waukegan, Illinois. With over 15 years of professional experience, she works both as a nurse and a Laboratory Information Specialist for Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Marsha received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Olney Central College in 1987.Usually this is a sign of low blood pressure or blood pressure that drops dramatically when someone stands. It is best to consult your doctor for diagnosis.
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