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Syncope in Older Adults

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 6, 2024.

AMBULATORY CARE:

Syncope

is also called fainting or passing out. Syncope is a sudden, temporary loss of consciousness, followed by a fall from a standing or sitting position. A syncope episode is usually short.

Signs and symptoms that may occur before syncope:

Seek care immediately if:

Contact your healthcare provider if:

Treatment

depends on the cause of your syncope. To prevent syncope from happening again, you may need any of the following:

Manage syncope:

Prevent a syncope episode:

Follow up with your doctor as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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