Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine Questions

feeling lightheaded - should I be concerned?

78 year old male, 5' "7, 150 lb, non smoker, hiker, BP 130/76, heart rate 56, .

Male | 78 years old
Complaint duration: 1 week
Medications: none

1 Answer

Hello,
Yes, you should see your doctor for an evaluation. The lightheadedness could be from slow heart rate (56) or low blood pressure when you stand up: orthostatic BP amongst other possible causes.