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January 25
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A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I understand what you are going through. I have a similar experience, except I actually pass out. My hands start shaking and then I'm out. Rails can't help me as I have no use of my arms. I stayed 13 days in Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston, Texas just for that situation and two weeks in St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas, of course at different times. In both locations they came up with answers that my blood pressure took sudden, unexplainable dives, causing the passing out. My blood pressure has been as low as 40/20 during those times and the Doctors have no explanation. It doesn't matter what I'm doing when the hand shaking can begin, I could be seated, standing, walking or even in bed. At Memorial Herman, I was having dialysis and it happened, no one has had the answer. My oncologist has given me Meclazine for the dizziness and that has actually slowed down the occurrences of these attacks. I was having attacks as few as once per month to as many as four times in one day. The Meclazine has slowed it down so much that currently I haven't had an attack since September and this is January. It hasn't stopped the attacks, just slowed them down. Hopefully, this lengthy answer will help you, and if someone may have an answer to my situation, it would be appreciated.

January 27
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Tell your doctor

January 26
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I always move too fast.

January 25
MyMyelomaTeam

How can you manage dizziness that comes on suddenly and feels like you might pass out?

Since you're already staying hydrated, here are some strategies that may help:

Move Carefully and Slowly

Moving too quickly can trigger dizziness. Try changing positions slowly, especially when
- Standing up from sitting or lying down Show Full Answer

How can you manage dizziness that comes on suddenly and feels like you might pass out?

Since you're already staying hydrated, here are some strategies that may help:

Move Carefully and Slowly

Moving too quickly can trigger dizziness. Try changing positions slowly, especially when:
- Standing up from sitting or lying down
- Walking or climbing stairs
- Turning your head

Track Your Symptoms

Keep a record of when dizziness happens and what you're doing when it occurs. This can help your doctor identify triggers and adjust your medications if needed. Dizziness can be a side effect of myeloma treatments or related to the condition itself.

Try Breathing Exercises

When you feel dizzy, focus on slow, controlled breathing. Breathe in through your nose and out through pursed lips (like blowing out a candle). This can help calm you and may reduce the sensation.

Consider Safety Modifications

Since you're experiencing near-fainting episodes, consider installing railings or grab bars in your home. Tell people close to you about these episodes so they can help if needed.

Talk to Your Doctor

Dizziness that leads to near-fainting needs medical attention. Your doctor can check for anemia, medication side effects, or other causes and adjust your treatment plan accordingly.

January 25

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