I have had two fainting spells in the last week. All tests (EKG, CAT scan, blood and urine) were normal. They are preceeded by overwhelming sleepiness. The doctor says that, on paper, I am the picture of health. Any ideas?
2006-11-08 15:23:23 · 5 answers · asked by cate_sm 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Preceeding the two fainting spells, I was sitting.. in class and in work. My stress level has increased lately, it's only 4 weeks til the end of the semester, but I've been under this kind of stress before. Also, I had dengue fever in Cambodia 2 years ago...
2006-11-08 15:37:12 · update #1
Hi Cate
Here are some answers and ideas to help heal yourself.
Cause
It is usually caused decreased flow of blood to the brain. It can also be caused by arrhythmia (abnormal change in the beating of the heart), or may be due to heat exhaustion associated with excessive fluid loss, weakness, fatigue, anxiety, drenching sweats, and fainting.
Low blood sugar, low blood pressure (hypotension), allergies, anemia, and nutrient deficiencies such as magnesium and iron can all cause or contribute to fainting. If fainting spells are recurring, all of these factors should be screened for and, if present, addressed.
Note: Should you feel faint, sit down and put your head between your knees until you feel better. Also be sure to breathe fresh air.
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Natural Cures
Aromatherapy: Peppermint, neroli, basil, lavender, rosemary, or black pepper placed under the nose of a fainting victim can help speed a return to full consciousness.
Diet: Eating an organic, whole foods diet that includes healthy supplies of protein foods, and drinking plenty of pure, filtered water can help to prevent fainting.
Flower Essences: Apply Rescue Remedy® topically to the lips of the fainting victim to help him or her recover.
Homeopathy: Ignatia, Aconite, and Arsen alb are useful homeopathic remedies for preventing fainting spells.
Nutritional Supplementation: The following nutrients can help prevent and speed recovery from fainting spells: Vitamin B, pantothenic acid, iron, and magnesium.
Best of health to you
Cheers
2006-11-08 15:30:20 · answer #1 · answered by HEAL ONESELF 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well what have you been doing when you fainted? I know that if you stand for a period of time and lock out your knees, then you would faint. The locking out of your knees cuts off the blood to your head.
Also have you been eating regularly? If your eating cycle changes and you become stressed, overwhelmed with stuff, etc. that might be a cause.
2006-11-08 15:32:41 · answer #2 · answered by ddnguyen9 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be an allergy. my sister was fainting in public and after talking to regular doctors (just scratched their heads) an allergy specialist found she was allergic to wheat! The gas it created built up in her intestines and pressed on her diaphram causeing a sharp pain that made her faint suddenly. Sleepiness can also be a common side effect of allergies. email me for info, I can find out where an allergy specialist near you can CURE the allergy. Mine cleared me of an allergy to milk, soy products and my own hormones. With a simple painless treatment you can be cured of any allergy, I promise.
2006-11-08 15:33:56 · answer #3 · answered by Natural healer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you diabetic? Also, when I had gallstones I would pass out. Do you have stomach problems? It can also be a pinched nerve.
2006-11-08 15:32:22 · answer #4 · answered by bamababe6029 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What were you doing when you fainted?
2006-11-08 15:32:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋