Acute osteomyelitis refers to an infection which develops and peaks over a relatively short period of time. In children, acute osteomyelitis usually presents itself as pain in the affected bone, tenderness to pressure over the infected area, fever and chills.
Lotkowski said dizziness is also compared to feeling faint or lightheaded, and may be accompanied by nausea and skin clamminess. A drop in blood pressure which can occur after sitting up or standing too quickly could cause this, as well as inadequate output of blood from the heart.
Light-headedness may also occur if you have the flu, low blood sugar, a cold, or allergies. More serious conditions that can lead to light-headedness include: 1  Heart problems, such as a heart attack or abnormal heart beat. 2  Stroke. 3  Bleeding inside the body.