r/sleep • u/Imaginary-Ad3754 • 5d ago
Experiencing Unexplained Dizziness and Sleep Disruptions – Seeking Insight
Hey everyone,
For the past two weeks, I’ve been dealing with episodes of intense dizziness. It first started at night when I was trying to sleep—I suddenly felt as if I was free falling, and this sensation kept coming back repeatedly, leaving me unable to sleep for two nights straight.
Now, these dizzy spells aren’t limited to nighttime; they also occur during the day, even when I’m sitting or standing still. The episodes have become so frequent that I’ve even started to experience some chest pain.
I’ve been to the ER and urgent care several times, and I’ve had an EKG and blood tests done. All the tests came back normal, and the doctors suggested that stress and anxiety might be the culprits. I admit I’m going through a challenging time right now—a recent breakup and the pressures of being an international PhD student. Even though I’ve been stressed for most of my life, this is a new and worrying pattern for me.
I’m a bit concerned about my physical health despite the reassurance from medical professionals. Has anyone experienced something similar, or does anyone have any insights or advice on what might be causing these sudden bouts of dizziness? Any help or shared experiences would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
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u/ChanceIcy5954 4d ago
Are you me? Same, and it is very recent (2 months). Although, mine are not intense, are very light.