Fainting
Fainting is a sudden and brief loss of consciousness. A person who faints may appear dizzy, slump to the floor, fall, or “swoon”. Fainting can indicate serious disease (e.g. low blood pressure, anemia, stroke, TIA, low blood sugars, carotid
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Causes
Simple Causes: There are a number of simple and everyday causes of a faint.
- Standing for long periods of time
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Similar Symptoms
Is it really fainting? Is it dizziness or vertigo? Some of the other possible symptoms to consider include:
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Related Symptom Topics
Read more about these related symptoms:
- Low Blood Pressure- Overview| Causes| Drugs
- Hypoglycemia- Overview| Causes
- Dizziness- Overview| Causes
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Related Disease and Condition Topics
Read about these medical conditions related to Fainting:
- Falls- Overview
- Anemia- Overview| Causes| Types| Drugs
- Stroke- Overview| Drugs
- Transient Ischemic Attack
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Note: This site is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. See your doctor or other qualified medical professional for all your medical needs.