What causes vomiting, cold sweats, dizziness, and weakness, and what should be done?
Jun 06, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
Vomiting, cold sweats, dizziness, and weakness may be caused by conditions such as hypotension, vestibular neuronitis, or cervical spondylosis, and treatment should be targeted according to the specific underlying cause. In addition to these relatively common causes, other possible conditions include Ménière's disease, myocardial ischemia, cerebral hemorrhage, etc. If any discomfort symptoms occur, prompt medical evaluation and timely treatment are essential to avoid delaying diagnosis and worsening of the condition.
Vomiting, cold sweats, dizziness, and weakness may be caused by conditions such as hypotension, vestibular neuronitis, or cervical spondylosis. Treatment should be targeted according to the specific underlying cause. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Hypotension
When blood pressure is low, it can lead to insufficient blood and oxygen supply to brain tissues, resulting in dizziness. This is often accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue, cold sweats, and palpitations. Oral rehydration salts may help alleviate these symptoms.
2. Vestibular Neuronitis
Vestibular neuronitis is a condition characterized by sudden vertigo due to involvement of the vestibular nerve, and may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and cold sweats. Medications such as prednisone acetate tablets or dexamethasone tablets may be taken as directed by a physician to relieve symptoms.
3. Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis can easily compress the sympathetic nervous system, leading to excessive excitation that causes varying degrees of dizziness, profuse sweating, nausea, vomiting, and limb weakness. Symptoms may be relieved through therapies such as massage or acupuncture.
In addition to the above relatively common causes, other conditions such as Ménière’s disease, myocardial ischemia, or cerebral hemorrhage could also be responsible. If any discomfort occurs, prompt medical evaluation and treatment are essential to avoid delays in diagnosis and management.
