India, Nov. 2 -- Dr Divya Gopal of Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai, and Dr Sachin Adukia of Dr LH Hiranandani Hospital, Mumbai, explained in an HT Lifestyle “Everyday Explained” article published on Oct. 30, 2026, why some people feel dizzy or experience blurred vision after getting up quickly from a sitting or lying position.
Why dizziness can happen after standing up
Dr Divya Gopal said dizziness and feeling faint upon standing is not uncommon, and added that these sensations may not necessarily indicate low blood pressure.
She said that when a person stands up, gravity causes blood to pool in the legs. The body usually responds by constricting blood vessels and accelerating the heartbeat to keep blood supply to the brain c...