Dizziness and nausea are two common complaints that may occur simultaneously and often without any other clinical features to highlight a possible cause.  Even with the presentation of vomiting and headaches, it is difficult to isolate a possible cause without considering a person’s medical history, events that preceded the onset of these symptoms and a thorough clinical evaluation. Nausea and/or dizziness must be taken seriously in these situations or with the following signs and symptoms : Chest pain – heart attack Numbness, tingling or paralysis – stroke History of recent head trauma or concussion Headaches with other signs and symptoms of raised intracranial pressure Causes of Nausea and Dizziness The most common causes of dizziness and nausea includes : Low blood sugar levels Intoxication Side effects of certain medication Pregnancy Headaches or migraines Nausea and dizziness are commonly reported by the elderly although it may not be associated with any underlying disease. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels) Prolonged fasting, strict dieting or starvation Poorly managed diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) Use of diabetic medication, insulin or certain weight loss supplements Intoxication Use of alcohol, pharmaceutical drugs (like sedatives) or narcotics. Slurred speech, poor coordination, dilated pupils, confusion and stupor may be … Continue reading Dizziness and Nausea Causes