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What causes lightheadedness in a 28-week pregnant woman?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am currently 28 weeks pregnant and have had high blood pressure for the past two weeks. Last week I had severe upper abdominal pain that wrapped around my back between my shoulder blades. Also, I have been unable to stand for more than a half hour or less without feeling lightheaded or dizzy. I was diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum in my first trimester and currently have SPD in my pelvic and hip bones. The only medication I am on is Tylenol (when needed).

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Deepti Verma is an Obstetrician and a Gynecologist specializing in Fetal Medicine with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at the Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, and MS in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Delhi. Currently, she is practicing in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Severe pain in the upper abdomen can be due to gastritis, or pancreatic in origin, as pain due to these conditions can radiate to the back. You should get an ultrasound done to confirm the diagnosis. I will suggest you to consult a specialist for the same.

I hope it helps.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At December 3, 2023
Reviewed At August 10, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Deepti Verma is an Obstetrician and a Gynecologist specializing in Fetal Medicine with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at the Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, and MS in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Delhi. Currently, she is practicing in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Deepti Verma is an Obstetrician and a Gynecologist specializing in Fetal Medicine with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at the Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University, and MS in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Delhi. Currently, she is practicing in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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