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Hey Everyone

I've woken up today, not feeling great. Didn't sleep well and I've got a headache and I feel a bit lightheaded.

I was hoping it would go but I just don't feel right, but I couldn't tell you what was wrong.

Is it my meds? but I've been them a few weeks now? Should I call the GP? Or 111? Do I tell Mum? (Haven't because I don't want to worry her)

V x

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Anon2023

hi. There’s no harm in getting checked out if you don’t feel right. Nobody would criticise you for contacting your gp or 111, whichever will get you the quickest response. Xx

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Harveyone

Hi Valentina,I think your body may need to get used to meds your are on.Staying hydrated is important as well.Your obviously pretty fit and anxious to get back as quick as possible but it takes time.Your reactions are natural.Take care.

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jeanjeannie50 in reply toHarveyone

I second the tip to make sure you stay well hydrated. A good way to do this is whenever you need to take pills - drink lots of water. Not only does it hydrate you but also washes the tablets down well.

Take care.

Jean

Just read your post below and it is going to take you a while to get over the pneumonia . I had it late last year and was about 6 weeks at least to start feeling better.

Hello :-)

Have you got a BP machine if not then would be a good investment and if you have is your BP ok as was it going low in the Hospital that can cause headache and feeling dizzy

It is early days after everything you have been through but your Mum will want to know if you are not feeling well and you should tell her as she is with you and can access together if you need to do anything and what but I would as someone said phone 111 or your Doctors whoever you feel you will get a response from first and ask their advice but let your Mum now while you are waiting please :-)

Let us know how you get on :-) x

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Valentina98 in reply to

Told Mum after I did my BP, that was normal. Called 111 and they weren't too concerned. Rest and drink plenty of water

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Hello :-)

So pleased you told your Mum I understand you don't want to worry her but at this stage in your recovery she is better knowing when you are not feeling to good

Also good sign BP is ok :-)

You know you have had pneumonia and I know you are now fit enough to be at home but you still will have some days with the after effects of it and rest like they said and get plenty of fluids in you :-)

Hope you feel better soon :-) x

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chickeninthewood in reply toValentina98

Sometimes it's anxiety. I get panicky and lightheaded as everyone's lives are after the pandemic global issues etc but see your GP it could be POTS or other things not serious but sure they (GP) could help.

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Heyjude31

Hi V, if you are worrying and this is making you anxious I would get checked out. As one of our other hearties has said the impact of meds can also cause the symptoms you mention. Hope you feel better soon x

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Yumz199725

Sorry V just got back from my mums and saw your post, glad you called 111 and told your mum its not fun worrying your mum but atleast she knows now 😌❤️. You have been through so much makes sense that you don't feel right yet! When I was ill in hospital few years back I didn't feel myself until about a year later! And I didn't have a heart attack so you need to rest and give your body time to heal ❤️❤️. Hope you feel better soon V. X

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Valentina98

I've been talking to Mum and she thinks I'm mentally exhausted as well from the last few months. From my boyfriend dumping me (she's only just found this out) to the school trip to the HA and the pneumonia. She has suggested I go with her on Sunday "it will make you feel better"

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Valentina98

She means well 😁

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Gussy121

v don’t take any chances ring your gp or 111 I’m sure your mum will be more worried if you end back up in hospital again take care

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Carercmb

Good news your BP is normal. Horrible timing for your love life change , plenty more fish in the sea at your age.

Anxiety and medication can cause your symptoms any further changes just ring contact your GP or out of hours 999 they will understand after all you have been through.

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Bran_flow

I would give 111 or gp a wee ring even just to settle yourself. Could be your meds and your body getting used to them and your body recovering from illness. Definitely second the keeping hydrated even add wee but of dilute to sip all day if water too bland for you.

Have you checked your blood pressure?

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Valentina98 in reply to

Yeah BP was normal as was everything else, called 111 not overly concerned

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Digger0

Just seen this. Remember pneumonia by it's self takes a while to get back to normal! It can take some people several months so rest, stay hydrated and gentle exercise xx

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Kimkat

hi I don’t really know your back story but pneumonia can take months to get over but if I don’t get a decent sleep I can feel quite lightheaded until I get myself moving. However if I’ve had a really bad night I can feel rubbish all day and yes hydration is the key but if you don’t feel that things are right call your GP or 111 🙂

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Kuya

For me the concept of "overreacting" is not helpful in any way when it comes to noticing and reacting to messages from my body. I have been conditioned by culture and family to view my emotions and the concerns of my thinking mind as some form of delusion. I have learned to reject that idea and find it an ongoing project not to accept the idea of "overreacting." When she gave me my diagnosis, my doctor said, twice - once with her finger wagging at me - "If anything, anything, feels funny or scares you. call me and I will respond as quickly as I can." I feel it is so important for me to trust my own mind to tell me the truth, and if my mind has made a mistake, so what?

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