What Causes Lightheadedness, Fainting Episodes And Black Stool?
Thu, 11 May 2017
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Fri, 30 Jun 2017
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Could be a syncopal attach. Ensure fluid intake.
Detailed Answer:
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I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. You possibly suffered from a vasovagal attack or syncope when you left the restaurant. Such an episode is characterized by sudden drop in the blood flow to the brain which leads to the black out sensation. The propensity can increase after food since the blood supply gets shunted to the stomach and gastrointestinal system for the purpose of digestion, thus leaving less blood to flow to the brain. You need to ensure plenty of fluid intake (preferably ORS) for such a thing not to happen again. Since you have already been checked in the ER I do not think that you need to be concerned enough to see your GP today.
Let me know if I could help further.
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