18.b. Dizziness or fainting spells. The applicant should describe characteristics of the episode; e.g., spinning or lightheadedness, frequency, factors leading up to and surrounding the episode, associated neurologic symptoms; e.g., headache, nausea, LOC, or paresthesias. Include diagnostic workup and treatment if any. (See Items 25-30 and Item 46 Neurologic).
Report unconsciousness for any reason whether brief, explained or unexplained. If in doubt let the AME help you decide if the condition was significant. The instructions specifically mention frequent spinning or lightheadedness; other factors associated with episodes of dizziness
or fainting, such as headache, nausea, loss of consciousness, tingling, numbness,
vertigo.
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