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Not on Earth
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For the past few months, since about November, every so often I go really light headed and sometimes a bit dizzy. I thought it might have something to do with my periods at first, but it is all the time. Don't wanna see a doctor about it so any ideas? <IMG alt="image" alt="image" SRC="confused.gif" border="0">
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And I don't think that taking iron prophylatically is necessarily wise. Iron tablets are fine if you are anaemic, but that may not be the cause of your dizziness. Iron overdose is not a good idea.
Do you eat regualar meals? Or skip breakfast/lunch if you are in a rush?
It is probably best to get your iron from leafy veg and red meat rather than supplements. Make sure you do eat properly.
And if you are worried about it, see your GP
I also ignored the problem for a long time thinking I was just tired or hungry or something when I would get spacey but after I passed out from it my friends made me promise to go.
All that you'll do when you get there is describe the problem and they'll probably take some blood. If the blood samples show that you are anaemic they will prescribe you iron tablets. (Personally I take 3 a day which is a pain).
But you have to go to the doctor because it is dangerous to take more than the recommended amount of iron. If you want to try self treatment for a while eat foods with lots of iron and take ONE multivitamin a day.
Hope you feel better!