Symptoms Fainting Weakness Chest Pain
Fainting is a temporary loss of consciousness due to a drop in blood flow to the brain. The episode is brief (lasting less than a couple of minutes) and is followed by rapid and complete recovery. You may feel light-headed or
A longer, deeper state of
Alternative Names
Passed out; Light-headedness - fainting; Syncope; Vasovagal episode
Considerations
When you faint, you not only experience
More information on "Symptoms Fainting Weakness Chest Pain"
From Our Experts
What is motor weakness? Same as muscle weakness?
Full Question: What exactly is motor weakness? Is it the same as muscle weakness?I have been told I have hemiplegic migraines. I suffer... Read more »
Perimenopause's Signals Can Be Faint for Some
One of the comments from my last sharepost was, “A woman knows her body by the time she is 40ish.” That comment made me wonder – when... Read more »
06/25/07 #5: Daily headaches following fainting and concussion?
Full Question: I appreciate the information you share and hope you can point me in a healing direction. I have been debilitated by... Read more »
7/23/07 #4: Vision loss, weak limbs, Migraines in they eye without...
Full Question:Symptoms: Without warning my vision will start going black from the outside in. My limbs (arms and legs) will get weak and I... Read more »
Is it reflux or something else? Similar symptoms to check out first
A pattern of symptoms often suggests a diagnosis or disease. Vomiting and crying after feeding are often associated with pediatric... Read more »
From Our Sources
Syncope (Fainting)
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Syncope is the medical term for fainting. This is a brief lapse in consciousness caused by transient cerebral hypoxia (diminished oxygen).Syncope... Read more »
Weakness
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Lack of strength; Muscle weaknessHome CareFollow prescribed therapy for treating the underlying cause of the weakness.Call your health care provider... Read more »
Weakness
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Weakness is a reduction in the strength of one or more muscles.Alternative NamesLack of strength; Muscle weaknessConsiderationsWeakness may be... Read more »
Chest Pain
Chest pains are frequently a part of anxiety attacks. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-IV) lists chest pains as a symptom of panic disorder... Read more »
Chest pain
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chest pain is discomfort or pain that you feel anywhere along the front of your body between your neck and upper abdomen.Alternative NamesChest... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
