I have gotten dizzy for a few seconds. Take premarian and Valsartan, HCTZ. What does it indicate?
Patient: A few minutes ago I stood up to answer the phone and became very dizzy and then was not able to make sense to my son over the phone for a few seconds (45) and had to tell him I would call back. I am in relatively good health and 67 years old. I am 15 pounds over weight. I take premarian (20 yrs) and Valsartan/HCTZ 160/12.5mg for only 6 months. I took a mild fluid pill ( trimmean sp) before for 25 years. Iam fine now. I have gotten dizzy for a few seconds several times in the last six months. What is wrong??? Doctor: Hi friend, Welcome to Health Care Magic  The first possibility is postural may be postural hypo-tension.. Check your BP - lying AND standing...    It can be from anaemia – what is your haemoglobin? Check your electrolytes - especially potassium... Has an ECG been done?  Silent ischemia or arrhythmia should be evaluated...                     The body's balancing mechanism is in the inner ear.  An ENT (Ear Nose Throat) specialist is the one to see - especially in the presence of tinnitus.   They have special tests to confirm or exclude the contribution of the ear...                  If there are no clues, you have to be followed up by a neurologist.  Take care Wishing speedy recovery God bless Good luck