Caused by a reduced supply of blood and oxygen to the brain, fainting is a temporary loss of consciousness that generally lasts less than one minute. Fainting can be caused by a wide variety of factors, from serious medical issues to dehydration,...
Fainting, a condition known as syncope, occurs when your child’s brain does not get enough oxygen due to a sudden drop in blood pressure. The act of fainting is a protective mechanism that, by forcing your child’s heart and head to lie...
Potassium is one of several dietary minerals that everyone requires in regular amounts to stay healthy. Because your body cannot produce potassium on its own, you have to get it from the food you eat or from vitamin and mineral supplements. As...
Gluten intolerance is caused by the body having an abnormal response to gluten, a protein found in some grains. Although gluten intolerance is not usually associated with fainting, it can cause a variety of problems that can ultimately cause you...
While creating a caloric deficit is essential to losing weight, limiting your nutritional intake may deplete your energy stores and interfere with your ability to mentally focus. When your diet is excessively restrictive, it can cause headaches,...
Minerals play a crucial role in maintaining your health and helping your body perform essential functions. A mineral deficiency can produce a range of symptoms depending on the severity and mineral type. In the case of iron, potassium and...
Exercise is meant to be a healthful practice, but if engaging in certain types of exercise causes fainting, then it can no longer be considered healthy. Fainting during exercise is a physical warning sign that something is wrong with either how...
A seizure is an episode in which abnormal brain electrical activity causes changes in movement and behavior. A seizure may involve the entire body or just parts of it; there can be a lot of movement when a seizure is occurring or no obvious...
The medical term for low potassium is hypokalemia. The condition causes several health complications, as potassium is an essential mineral that the body uses for nerve and muscle cell functionality. Potassium is water soluble, so rather than...
Fainting, or syncope, is fairly common, but fortunately it is not usually serious. Syncope occurs when you briefly lose muscle tone and consciousness for a period of time lasting from a few seconds to a few minutes. In true syncope, recovery does...
Fainting, known as syncope, is a brief loss of consciousness from lack of blood flow to the brain that results in a person falling or collapsing. According to the American Heart Association, cardiac, non-cardiac and idiopathic (unknown) causes can...
Fainting episodes can be scary. When a person loses consciousness, visions of a heart attack or serious illness quickly come to mind. That is not usually the case. Fainting is caused by a lack of blood flow to the brain, and most episodes last a...
Fainting, also referred to as syncope, is characterized by a temporary loss of consciousness accompanied by falling down and a loss of muscle control. According to MedlinePlus, fainting is generally nothing to be alarmed about; however, it can be...
When a person feels lightheaded, she may feel like the room is spinning around her or that she may faint. If she does faint, she loses consciousness for a brief amount of time. MedlinePlus explains that during a fainting episode, blood flow to the...
Fainting happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted and oxygen to the brain decreases. Medically known as syncope, warning signs include sweating, dizziness, nausea or weakness, followed by falling unconscious. The loss of consciousness...
Diarrhea is the passage of frequent watery stools. In children, bacteria and viruses are the most common causes of diarrhea. According to the Duke University Health System, fainting, also known as syncope, refers to when a child suddenly losses...
Fainting, otherwise known as syncope, occurs when your brain does not receive enough blood and your body responds by losing consciousness. Numerous variables contribute to fainting including vitamin and mineral deficiencies and electrolyte...
Fainting or watching someone faint can be a scary situation. Fainting, especially during exercise, is your body telling you there is something wrong. Two common causes of fainting during exercise are low blood glucose or low blood pressure. There...
Potassium is an essential mineral that you get from food. Having a lower than normal amount of potassium in your blood can cause symptoms such as fatigue and muscle weakness. Dizziness and fainting can signal serious dehydration, which leads to...
Abdominal pain that's followed by fainting when you eat is an alarming sign of a life-threatening condition called anaphylaxis. Anytime you faint, you need to be seen by a medical doctor immediately. Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction,...
Fainting is a temporary loss of consciousness resulting from inadequate blood flow to the brain. For people with diabetes, this can occur because of the low blood sugar levels in the body, high blood sugar levels, nerve damage or heart conditions,...
When a friend or teammate faints, it can be a scary situation. Although fainting can be a symptom of something serious, most people who faint during sports or strenuous activity can be easily roused. Dehydration, heat exhaustion, low blood sugar...
Feeling faint after exercise, or experiencing dizziness, can be an indication that your body is not prepared for certain physical activities. Dizziness occurs when you are not getting enough blood to your brain. According to MedlinePlus, feeling...
Fainting after exercising can happen to anyone at any time, even those in excellent health. Most of the time, passing out after exercising is not a cause for medical concern, and you will make a complete recovery from your symptoms within a few...
The proper technique to lifting weights doesn't just revolve around form. Although it's crucial to do an exercise correctly, especially to avoid injury, you must also aware of your breathing. Improper breathing can disrupt the flow of oxygen...
Regular physical activity promotes the circulation of blood through your heart and blood vessels, which can improve your cardiovascular health and boost your energy levels. Feeling faint or weak during exercise could be your body's way of saying...
Most women occasionally feel hot, faint or lightheaded during pregnancy, due to the extra weight as well as an increased toll on your heart. However, these feelings should subside quickly with rest. If the problem continues, it might be a sign of...
There are several reasons why you may feel faint immediately after exercise, particularly if the exercise is heavy. Although the symptoms occurring prior to passing out can be alarming, their underlying causes are generally not cause for concern....
Menopause naturally occurs in women most often between the ages of 45 and 55. The body produces less of the hormones estrogen and progesterone, leading to cessation of menstrual periods. Standard symptoms range from hot flashes and vaginal dryness...
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