What could be causing shortness of breath, dizziness, and slight nausea, and what should I do about it?
Jun 05, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Feeling short of breath, dizzy, and slightly nauseous may be caused by heatstroke, high blood pressure, asthma, or other reasons, and treatment should be based on specific conditions. When blood pressure rises, symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath, dizziness, headache, and nausea may occur. It is necessary to take medications such as captopril tablets, furosemide tablets, and telmisartan tablets under a doctor's guidance to control blood pressure.
Feeling short of breath, dizzy, and slightly nauseous may be caused by heatstroke, high blood pressure, asthma, or other conditions, and treatment should be based on the specific cause. Details are as follows:
1. Heatstroke
When individuals remain in a hot environment for prolonged periods, significant fluid loss can occur, leading to abnormal blood circulation and insufficient blood supply to the brain. This results in symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath, and blurred vision. Patients should promptly move to a cool, well-ventilated area to rest and alleviate symptoms.
2. High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Elevated blood pressure levels can cause symptoms including chest tightness, shortness of breath, dizziness, headache, and nausea. Patients should take antihypertensive medications such as Captopril tablets, Furosemide tablets, or Telmisartan tablets under medical supervision to control their blood pressure.
3. Asthma
Asthma is typically caused by genetic factors. During an asthma attack, patients commonly experience rapid breathing and difficulty breathing, accompanied by dizziness, fatigue, and nausea. Under medical guidance, patients may use inhalers such as Beclomethasone Dipropionate Inhalation Aerosol, Terbutaline Sulfate Aerosol, or Salbutamol Aerosol to relieve symptoms.
In addition, these symptoms could also be caused by conditions such as acute pulmonary embolism, heart failure, or coronary atherosclerotic heart disease. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical evaluation and treatment at a hospital.
