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Evaluation of orthostatic dizziness and lightheadedness in older adults: symptoms not to be taken lightly

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  • Svetlana Blitshteyn

  • July 15, 2026

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    Orthostatic dizziness is common in patients aged 60 and above, with various potential causes including medication side effects and neurological disorders.

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    Comprehensive evaluations for orthostatic dizziness should include medical history, physical exams, and targeted diagnostic tests.

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    Orthostatic vital signs measurement is crucial for diagnosis, with specific criteria for orthostatic hypotension based on blood pressure changes.

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    Delayed orthostatic hypotension is clinically relevant and may lead to dizziness, syncope, or falls in older adults.

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    Laboratory and cardiac testing are essential to identify reversible causes of orthostatic dizziness in older patients.

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Evaluation of orthostatic dizziness and lightheadedness in older adults: symptoms not to be taken lightly

  • by Svetlana Blitshteyn

  • July 15, 2026

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