Fainting

Affects: Whole Body · General & Systemic

Severe

Severity

Sudden onset

Duration

Whole Body

Body Part

General & Systemic

📖What is Fainting?

Fainting, or syncope, is a sudden, brief loss of consciousness usually caused by a temporary drop in blood flow to the brain. It is often preceded by warning signs like lightheadedness, blurred vision, or nausea, and recovery typically occurs within a minute once the person is lying down. While often benign, fainting can occasionally signal a serious heart or neurological problem.

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