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What does a vasovagal syncope feel like?
As the vasovagal fainting reaction begins, there is often light headedness, ringing in the ears, and feeling sweaty and nauseous. You may start yawning, and others may notice you have gone grey and sweaty.
Should I worry about vasovagal syncope?
Vasovagal syncope is usually harmless and requires no treatment. But it’s possible that you may injure yourself during a vasovagal syncope episode. Your doctor may recommend tests to rule out more-serious causes of fainting, such as heart disorders.
How long can vasovagal reaction symptoms last?
The time between the onset of prodromal symptoms and actually passing out can range from a few minutes to just a second or two. If you feel like you’re going to faint, you may be able to stop the episode by lying down with your legs elevated or sitting in a chair with your head between your knees.
How do people live with vasovagal syncope?
To prevent fainting, stay out of hot places and don’t stand for long periods. If you feel lightheaded, nauseous, or sweaty, lie down right away and raise your legs. Most people with occasional vasovagal syncope need to make only lifestyle changes such as drinking more fluids and eating more salt.
Can anxiety make you faint?
For example, the sight of blood, or extreme excitement, anxiety or fear, may cause some people to faint. This condition is called vasovagal syncope. Vasovagal syncope happens when the part of your nervous system that controls your heart rate and blood pressure overreacts to an emotional trigger.
What causes a vasovagal episode?
Overview. Vasovagal syncope (vay-zoh-VAY-gul SING-kuh-pee) occurs when you faint because your body overreacts to certain triggers,such as the sight of blood or extreme emotional distress.
How to prevent vasovagal attacks?
Lying down and elevating the feet if symptoms begin, therapy to treat feelings of fear or anxiety, and taking all medications as prescribed can all help prevent vasovagal attack. A vasovagal attack by itself is not serious. However, fainting may be caused by a serious or life-threatening condition.
What triggers vasovagal syncope?
For different people, vasovagal syncope may be triggered by different things. Many people are triggered by blood or other injuries, while others are triggered by emotional distress. You may also experience vasovagal syncope if you stand for long periods of time or strain yourself physically.