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5. Cardiac Issues

Among the most serious causes of lightheadedness are cardiac issues like heart attacks and strokes. Other common symptoms of a heart attack are shortness of breath or nausea, as well as chest, arm, jaw, and back pain. A stroke may cause numbness, weakness, slurred speech, and sudden headaches. However, in older adults, lightheadedness may be the only noticeable symptom of a heart attack or stroke.

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