Dizziness can be described in a number of ways. Most people will complain of feeling unsteady or out of orientation. Sometimes it is felt as loss of balance or the sense of having the “room spin around you”. While dizziness is a common symptom for many ailments, including inner-ear disorders, it is also one of the more important signs for those who are having an irregular heartbeat. Orthostatic hypotension, the temporary drop in blood pressure and subsequent "blackout" that follows standing up too quickly, is not concerning. However, if you have any unexplained wooziness, especially in combination with a fast or erratic heart rate, high blood pressure, or chest pain, it’s important to seek help.Next
