Check the Warning Signs Before Fainting
Check the Warning Signs Before Fainting
Syncope (fainting) is a temporary loss of consciousness and balance, usually caused by a brief reduction of blood flow to the brain, leading to a short-term lack of oxygen. It typically occurs suddenly, lasts for a short time, and recovery happens on its own.
Warning Signs Before Fainting
๐ Palpitations
๐ Dizziness
๐ Blurred vision
๐ Nausea
๐ Cold hands and feet
Causes of Syncope
๐ Heart conditions such as arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, or thickened heart muscle
๐ Obstructive heart conditions affecting blood flow
๐ Fatigue or lack of rest
๐ Low blood pressure
๐ Standing for long periods in crowded or hot environments
๐ Blood loss or dehydration (e.g., severe diarrhea or internal bleeding)
๐ Sudden changes in posture
๐ After coughing, sneezing, straining during bowel movements or urination
๐ After exercise
If you experience fainting, you should seek medical attention promptly for proper diagnosis and treatment.
source : Kasemrad Hospital Ramkhamhaeng
**Translated and compiled by ArokaGO Content Team
Independent Writer
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