Cardiology expert lists five causes of dizziness after prostration
A leading cardiologist has identified five main factors that can cause mild dizziness when standing up after prostration during prayer.
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AIDr. Khaled Al-Nemer, professor and consultant of cardiology and arterial catheterization at the College of Medicine, has identified five factors that can cause mild dizziness when standing up after prostration.
He explained on his account on the X platform that these causes include:
1 - Dehydration and insufficient fluid intake
2 - Blood pressure medications, especially diuretics and vasodilators
3 - Inner ear dizziness (BPPV)
4 - Anemia
5 - Reduced blood flow to the brain
Al-Nemer noted that the first two factors are the most common, particularly among the elderly and in hot weather.