Dizziness?

[Torrey]

Does anyone know what can cause dizziness?
I've been really dizzy and "off" since yesterday and I don't know why...my friends think it may be diet-related (not enough protein or B12 or something), and I just wanted to ask you all for some advice. It's almost like my eyes can't fully focus, if that makes any sense at all...
I've been really good about eating GF (I haven't cheated in 3 years!), so I know it's not a gluten reaction. I'm thinking it's more of a deficiency of something...I've been low in B12 before, but I'm not sure if that's what this is or not...
Any ideas???
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~Torrey

August 24, 1975
GF BD July 12, 2004

[aklap]

Hi Torrey,

Sorry to hear that

Do you take a b12 supp?
Do you're ears feel plugged?
Do you have a cold or allergies?
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Al

“We cannot all do great things, but we can do small things with great love.” Mother Teresa

[cruelshoes]

How is your blood pressure? Low blood pressure can cause that, especially when you stand up.

Hope you get to the bottom of it soon!
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-Colleen
Dx 8/05 via bloodwork/biopsy
10-YO son Dx 11/05 via bloodwork/biopsy
Daughters (12 and 2) have neg. bloodwork

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[ostrich]

Are you sure you're eating enough? I usually get that way when I've accidentally skipped meals (low blood sugar). Hope you find the answer soon!
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Ostrich :>--O==={

I lie below, you float above
In the pretty white ships that I am dreaming of

[The Edifying Conscience]

I've had problems with dizziness when my allergies are acting up. This goes along with Al's question about how are your ears. If I go too long between meals (early dinner and skip breakfast) I have issues with dizziness.

Hope you're feeling better soon.

[Torrey]

[ostrich]

Could it be stress?
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Ostrich :>--O==={

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[Torrey]

[nancw]

Hey Torrey,

I get dizzy when glutened - not to say that you have been glutened, but one never really knows? The fact that you stayed in bed all day made me think glutening too (fatigue?). I know my symptoms have changed over time, and are rarely the same every time I have the bad luck or stupidity to get glutened.
Other causes of dizziness: low blood sugar (but you appear to eat in a way to keep it even), hormonal changes, lack of protein/b vits, low blood pressure, herbs (too much St John's Wort makes me wicked dizzy!).

Hope you get back to normal soon. If not, go see the doc, please!
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Nance

gluten, dairy, soy, rice, yeast and 99% grain-free

[ostrich]

<side note>Cats do healing wonders. I know whenever I have a sinus headache Terapin lays on my shoulder and purrrrrs me to sleep. I think DH has been training her behind my back.</side note>

Anywho, I hope you figure it out so you can start feeling better. I second what Nance said: if it keeps happening make sure you go to the doctor.
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Ostrich :>--O==={

I lie below, you float above
In the pretty white ships that I am dreaming of

[Torrey]

>>response to side note: I totally agree! This morning, my cats must have known that Mommy wasn't feeling 100%. I had one on either side of me, all curled up in the comforter.

I think I may go home and make one of those GF bagels, smother it with peanut butter, snuggle up with my crazy little munchkins, and watch "Flushed Away" on DVD...my dad just sent it.
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~Torrey

August 24, 1975
GF BD July 12, 2004

[Mom2BoyzOnly]

Torrey,

I felt like this about 6 years ago. It also sounded funny at times when people talked to me, like they were far away or in a barrel. Went to the doctor and they irrigated my ears. It was due to wax buildup on the inside. That took care of the problem. Just an idea!

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Robin
Diagnosed approx 13 yrs ago
Seriously GF past 4 yrs

[nancw]

I re-read your first post and you mention that it's hard to focus your eyes. This, for me, is a sure sign of glutening. You might consider the possibility...hope you are feeling better.
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Nance

gluten, dairy, soy, rice, yeast and 99% grain-free

[Fidissimus]

I find that I get dizzy when I'm dehydrated (and headaches). It also affects my vision as your muscles need water to flex and move - I get "sticky" eyes (if that makes sense). Especially in the hot weather make sure you're drinking enough water.
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Cheers!
Jenn

GF BD: Feb. 2001
Free of wheat, barley, rye, oats, dairy, eggs, almonds, pineapple and brewers yeast.
http://graindamaged.blogspot.com/

[cultureslayer]

neuro problems can be tricky to pinpoint sometimes. Could be dehydration, or some sort of adverse reaction. I know dizziness, muscle soreness, fatigue, trouble focusing, and now insomnia all too well. Best they can come up with is chronic fatigue syndrome aka we have no idea what the feck is causing it.

Have you eaten more nutrasweet or splenda than normal lately? tried to lower your sugar intake, or had it in large doses? Protein can't hurt either, although I'd think that wouldn't be quite so sudden to appear but I don't know for sure.

If you are on medications, even changing what you have for breakfast when you take them can make a huge difference. If you take a multi (complete with lots of trace minerals, nerves like that sort of thing) take it separate from any meds if you are on them.
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Lauren
Pain is inevitable; suffering is optional.