In response to a rise in blood pressure, the heart releases two peptides: A-type Natriuretic Peptide (ANP) This hormone of 28 amino acids is released from stretched atria (hence the A).
What causes dizziness? Some common causes of dizziness include hunger, fatigue, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), or anxiety. Dizziness can also be caused by neurologic conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinsonâs disease, and epilepsy.
Other causes of dizziness. 1  Neurological conditions. 2  Some neurological disorders â such as Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis â can lead to progressive loss of balance. 3  Medications. 4  Dizziness can be a side effect of certain medications â such as anti-seizure drugs, antidepressants, sedatives and tranquilizers. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). 2  This condition causes an intense and brief but false sense that you're spinning or moving. 3  These episodes are triggered by a rapid change in head movement, such as when you turn over in bed, sit up or experience a blow to the head. 4  BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo.