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Syncope is a [[Sign (medical)|sign]] of insufficient [[cerebral blood flow]] and it should be evaluated for the underlying [[Causes|cause]]. Possible underlying [[causes]] of syncope include [[structural heart disease]], [[vasovagal syncope]] and [[arrhythmia]]. [[Risk factors]] associated with the development of either of these [[disorders]] may contribute to the development of syncope. | |||
* The following factors has been associated with increased risk of orthostatic syncope: | |||
* Sudden postural change of the head (especially upon waking in the morning) Standing still for a long period Certain anti hypertensive drugs (e.g., diuretics, vasodilators) Severe exertion with dehydration Reduced “thirst drive” in elderly persons Avoidance of fluid intake in older men (to minimize prostate symptoms) Excess alcohol or caffeine use Straining during micturition or defecation High environmental temperature (including hot baths, showers, and saunas) Large meals (especially with refined carbohydrates) | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Risk Factors
Syncope is a sign of insufficient cerebral blood flow and it should be evaluated for the underlying cause. Possible underlying causes of syncope include structural heart disease, vasovagal syncope and arrhythmia. Risk factors associated with the development of either of these disorders may contribute to the development of syncope.
- The following factors has been associated with increased risk of orthostatic syncope:
- Sudden postural change of the head (especially upon waking in the morning) Standing still for a long period Certain anti hypertensive drugs (e.g., diuretics, vasodilators) Severe exertion with dehydration Reduced “thirst drive” in elderly persons Avoidance of fluid intake in older men (to minimize prostate symptoms) Excess alcohol or caffeine use Straining during micturition or defecation High environmental temperature (including hot baths, showers, and saunas) Large meals (especially with refined carbohydrates)
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