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Is it unusual to feel lightheaded during pregnancy? What exactly might cause me to feel lightheaded, and what can I do about it? When should I call my doctor or midwife?
www.babycenter.com/0_dizziness-and-fainting-during-pregnancy_228.bc
Upside: Detailed article on dizziness and fainting causes and advice
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* I'm dizzy -- why? * What can I do to relieve dizziness? * Are these waves dangerous? * When should I call my doctor or midwife?
www.babycentre.co.uk/pregnancy/antenatalhealth/physicalhealth/dizziness/
Upside: Detailed article on dizziness with good advice
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What some women find helpful for their dizziness and fainting
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Upside: Cause of dizziness and advice
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A sudden loss of tone may result in the feeling of dizziness and perhaps even a brief loss of consciousness (passing out), because the loss of pressure sends less blood to the brain and central ...
www.healthline.com/yodocontent/pregnancy/bodily-changes-during.html
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These normal symptoms, most common in the first trimester, have multiple causes.
www.parents.com/parents/story.jsp?storyid=/templatedata/parents/story/data/1066.xml
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Dizziness and fainting occur in about one third of women with symptoms. Pregnancy symptoms also occur in about 20% of women with symptoms. 10% of the time, there can be an urge to have bowel movement ...
sprojects.mmi.mcgill.ca/gynecology/ecpy4symp.htm
Upside: Dizziness and ectopic pregnancy
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Many women will experience lightheadedness during pregnancy. This often occurs as early as four weeks into pregnancy. While common and often not a cause for concern, it is important for a woman to ...
www.amazingpregnancy.com/pregnancy-articles/410.html
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Dizziness or feeling faint is a normal symptom during pregnancy. It is more common in the first trimester, but it may also be prevalent throughout your pregnancy.
www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/dizziness.html
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What causes breathlessness in pregnancy? How can I prevent it? Self-help suggestions Which complementary therapies might help me?
www.babycenter.com.au/pregnancy/antenatalhealth/naturalremedies/breathlessness/
Upside: Very good summary of causes and advice
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hormones. Until your blood volume expands to fill them, you may experience occasional dizziness. Lower blood pressure due to your rapidly expanding circulatory system also may play a role. Avoid ...
www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/PR/00018.html
Upside: Includes second trimester symptoms
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