A spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain.
Symptoms of Syncope
The following features are indicative of Syncope:
lightheadedness
sweating
pale skin
loss of consciousness
blurred vision
nausea
vomiting
feeling warm
It is possible that Syncope shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Syncope
The following are the most common causes of Syncope:
old age
decrease in blood flow to brain
dehydration
emotional distress
standing up too quickly
heart problems
Other Causes of Syncope
The following are the less common causes of Syncope:
drop in blood sugar
Risk Factors for Syncope
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Syncope:
females
older people
Prevention of Syncope
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Syncope. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
if you feel the symptoms of fainting, lie down and lift your legs
Occurrence of Syncope
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Syncope cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Syncope most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged > 50 years
Common Gender
Syncope can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Syncope
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Syncope:
Blood test: To measure hemoglobin level to detect anemia or blood loss
Electrocardiogram: To check the electrical activity of the heart
Tilt table test: To draw out orthostatic syncope secondary to autonomic dysfunction
Complications of Syncope if untreated
Yes, Syncope causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Syncope is left untreated:
can be fatal
Procedures for Treatment of Syncope
The following procedures are used to treat Syncope:
Insertion of a pacemaker: Activates the heart's muscle contractions by sending electrical impulse to the heart
Catheter ablation: To kill very small areas of tissue that cause abnormal electrical signals
Cardioversion: To restore the heart's normal rhythm
Implantable cardioverter defibrillator: Monitors the heart
Self-care for Syncope
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Syncope:
Lie down or sit down: To lower the chance of fainting again
Place head between your knees: Helpful in preventing fainting
Patient Support for Treatment of Syncope
The following actions may help Syncope patients:
Coordinate with health care providers: Provides information and helps in coping with the disease
Time for Treatment of Syncope
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Syncope to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
