Fainting

Fainting

This is also called as syncope, fainting happens when your brain does not get enough oxygen. You lose consciousness, or “pass out,” for a brief time (usually just a few seconds or minutes).

Symptoms:

·         Lightheaded

·         Dizzy

·         Weak

·         Nauseated

·         Sweaty

Causes:

·         Standing for long periods of time

·         Heat exposure

·         Seeing blood

·         Having blood drawn

·         Fear of bodily injury

·         Straining, such as to have a bowel movement

Preventions:

·         Diabetes

·         Irregular heartbeat, or blockages in or near the heart that prevent the blood from getting to the brain

·         Anxiety or panic disorders

·         Dehydration

·         Low blood sugar.

Treatment: In most cases of vasovagal syncope, treatment is unnecessary. 

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