Dizziness, headache, and lower back pain in young people: what could be the cause?

Sep 26, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I always feel dizzy and have headaches every day, and I'm listless all day long; I also have lower back pain. I'm still very young. Could it be that I've developed some illness? What causes dizziness, headache, and back pain in young people?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin

Dizziness, headache, and lower back pain in young people can be caused by multiple factors, mainly including:

1. Physiological factors:

Physical fatigue: Prolonged work, study, or increased physical activity, as well as unhealthy lifestyle habits such as long-term use of electronic devices and excessive eye strain, can lead to physical fatigue, which may in turn cause dizziness, headache, and lower back pain.

Excessive mental stress: Long-term anxiety, tension, or panic can affect the regulation of brain nerve function, leading to dizziness and headache, and may be accompanied by lower back pain.

2. Pathological factors:

Cervical spondylosis: Herniated cervical discs or ligament injuries may compress nerve roots and blood vessels, leading to insufficient cerebral blood supply, which can cause dizziness and headache. Cervical spine problems may also indirectly cause lower back pain.

Anemia: A decrease in the number of red blood cells or hemoglobin levels in the blood can lead to insufficient oxygen supply, causing dizziness and headache. Severe cases may also be accompanied by lower back pain.

It is recommended that young people adjust their lifestyle, increase physical exercise, ensure adequate sleep, and maintain a balanced diet.