"I thought it was common at my age.” I often hear this statement from patients who come to me after repeated fainting spells.

You may have heard that people who feel faint should sit with their heads between their knees, but is that true? And how can you tell whether you or someone else who has fainted should go to the ...

Fainting, medically known as syncope, happens when the brain temporarily receives insufficient blood flow, causing a brief loss of consciousness. While many cases are linked to dehydration, stress, ...

The woman, a field geologist, was healthy and active, yet she would pass out at inopportune moments. By Lisa Sanders, M.D. See more of our coverage in your search results.Encuentra más de nuestra ...

Picture this: you’re standing in line at the grocery store when suddenly you feel dizzy, nauseous, and before you know it, you’re waking up on the floor with concerned strangers hovering over you. If ...

If you’ve ever fainted, you know it can be a scary experience. Understanding why you fainted can help you manage your next spell of lightheadedness. We asked doctors to explain common reasons for ...