What causes dizziness, headache, heaviness in the head, and mental fogginess?
May 07, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Huang Shichang
Introduction
In general, dizziness, headache, heaviness in the head, and mental fogginess may be caused by insufficient sleep, excessive fatigue, neurasthenia, inadequate cerebral blood supply, hypertension, or other reasons. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, identify the underlying cause, and receive symptomatic treatment under a doctor's guidance. In daily life, one should establish regular作息 habits (sleep-wake routines) and avoid engaging in strenuous exercise.
Dizziness, headache, heaviness in the head, and feeling drowsy or mentally foggy are commonly caused by factors such as sleep deprivation, excessive fatigue, neurasthenia, insufficient cerebral blood supply, or hypertension. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment under a doctor's guidance. Specific causes are analyzed as follows:
1. Sleep deprivation: Staying up late or poor sleep quality can lead to insufficient rest, resulting in symptoms such as dizziness and headache. It is important to avoid late nights and establish regular sleep habits to ensure adequate rest.
2. Excessive fatigue: Engaging in heavy physical labor or intense exercise may leave the body overly tired, leading to dizziness, headaches, general weakness, and a drowsy or sluggish feeling. Adequate rest and a balanced work-rest schedule are essential.
3. Neurasthenia: This psychological condition arises from prolonged stress and high pressure and is often related to psychological factors. Main symptoms include mental excitability, easy mental fatigue, and are frequently accompanied by headache and dizziness. Patients may take medications such as mecobalamin tablets, vitamin B12 tablets, or oryzanol tablets as directed by their physician.
4. Insufficient cerebral blood supply: This may be associated with unhealthy lifestyle habits or cervical spondylosis. Common symptoms include headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, head fullness, and heaviness in the head, possibly accompanied by tinnitus or limb numbness. Patients should follow medical advice and take medications such as rosuvastatin calcium tablets, amlodipine besylate and atorvastatin calcium tablets, or compound sodium ferulate and aspirin capsules.
5. Hypertension: Often linked to obesity, lack of physical activity, and other factors, uncontrolled high blood pressure may lead to symptoms such as headache, head fullness, dizziness, and palpitations. Patients should follow prescribed medication regimens; commonly used drugs include nifedipine tablets, methyldopa tablets, and captopril sustained-release tablets.
In daily life, maintain a regular sleep schedule and avoid strenuous exercise. Avoid greasy foods such as fatty meat and fried dough sticks (you tiao), and adopt a light diet to support recovery.
