The effect of darkening in the eyes when rising may be associated with a predisposition to dementia, and can also occur with other diseases, said doctor Vitaly Akimov.
Neurologist Akimov stated in a conversation with Gazeta.Ru:
“If a person gets dark in his eyes when he abruptly rises from bed or from a chair, then this may indicate a number of pathologies.”
What health problems can manifest themselves in this way:
- Heart disease (heart ischemia or heart failure).
- Dehydration;
- Endocrine disorders (thyroid disease, adrenal insufficiency, hypoglycemia).
Also, Akimov added, darkening in the eyes can indicate diseases of the nervous system. In particular, this can be a signal of dementia, Parkinson's disease.
At the same time, the doctor should pay attention to the fact that most often the eyes darken when rising due to a decrease in blood pressure that occurs at such a moment.
“This phenomenon is called orthostatic hypotension. In addition to blurred vision and dizziness, weakness, pre-fainting or fainting conditions, and confusion may occur. If conditions with dizziness and darkening in the eyes become more frequent or are accompanied by fainting, you should consult a doctor,” the neurologist advised.
Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote about the symptoms that occur with a silent stroke.
Important! The information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and do not self-medicate under any circumstances. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Vitaly Akimov Health Neurologist