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What Causes Loss Of Consciousness Due To Interruption Of Cerebral Oxygenation?
what causes this ? Fainting Fainting or Syncope is described as the loss of consciousness due to temporary interruption of cerebral oxygenation. It may be due to the interruption of blood flow to the brain. Unconsciousness usually lasts for less than 30 seconds and is accompanied by loss of muscle tone which may result in fall to ground. First patient experiences dizziness, clamminess of the skin, decreased vision, Tinnitus, complete loss of vision, weakness of limbs in the respective manner.
Mon, 1 Mar 2021
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One of the common causes that may lead to syncope is postural hypotension or lowering of the blood pressure as you get up or change the body position. It is evaluated correctly with continuous blood pressure monitoring (Holter) or tilt table test. Discuss with the Doctor these issues.
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Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
One of the common causes that may lead to syncope is postural hypotension or lowering of the blood pressure as you get up or change the body position. It is evaluated correctly with continuous blood pressure monitoring (Holter) or tilt table test. Discuss with the Doctor these issues.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Erion Spaho, Neurologist, Surgical
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