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Fainting

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.

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Causes

Fainting may occur while you are urinating, having a bowel movement (especially if straining), coughing very hard, or...

Tests

Patients visiting a doctor because of fainting will usually have their blood pressure checked when they are lying dow...

Treatments

If you have a history of fainting and have been seen by a medical professional, follow your doctor's instructions for...

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No Known Drug Therapy

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Prevention

No known prevention

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Call 911 if the person who fainted:Fell from a height, especially if injured or bleedingDoes not become alert quickly...

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