Dizziness, Weakness, or Confusion
There are many possible causes for the feelings of dizziness, weakness and confusion.

Emergent Symptoms:

Go to the nearest ER or call 9-1-1 if you experience:

  • Chest pain or racing heart
  • Change in vision
  • Slurred or difficult speech
  • Head injury
  • Fever, headache or very stiff neck
  • Weakness or inability to move an arm or leg
  • Loss of consciousness

Feelings of dizziness, weakness or confusion can often be the result of conditions such as:

  • Stroke - occurs when blood supply to part of the brain is stopped or reduced
  • Seizures - changes in the brain's electrical activity
  • Bleeding - inside the body or brain can cause weakness and dizziness
  • Concussion - the most minor type of traumatic brain injury, can cause headache, dizziness and confusion
  • Vertigo - feeling like the room is spinning, or that you yourself are moving or spinning while standing still
  • Blood Pressure - sudden drops in blood pressure, due to getting up too quickly; typically only affects older adults
  • Dehydration - when your body doesn't have enough water, due to vomiting, diarrhea, fever or other conditions
  • Low Blood Sugar - also known as hypoglycemia; very low levels can cause serious mental confusion and other symptoms
  • Inner Ear Problems

This list is not inclusive of all possible medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 and seek immediate medical attention.

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Foley, AL 36535


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South Baldwin Regional Medical Center
Freestanding Emergency Department

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Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542


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