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Fainting is a temporary loss of consciousness due to a drop in blood flow to the brain. The episode is brief (lasting less than a couple of minutes) and is followed by rapid and complete recovery. You may feel lighthead...

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Causes
Fainting may occur while you are urinating, having a bowel movement (especially if straining), coughing very hard, or w...
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Tests
Fainting suspected to be caused by neurological disorders requires additional tests and evaluation by a. To test for ci...
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Treatments
If you have a history of fainting and have been seen by a medical professional, follow your doctor's instructions for h...
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Drugs
  • No known drug therapy
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Risk Factors
  • Alcohol abuse
  • Antihypertensive therapy
  • Breathing Too Fast
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Complications
  • No Known Complications
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Prevention
  • No known prevention
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Doctor Specialties
Call 911 if the person who fainted: Fell from a height, especially if injured or bleeding; Does not become alert quickl...
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