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What Causes Recurrent Fainting Attacks In A Child?

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Posted on Fri, 21 Apr 2017
Question: What what can make a 13 year old boy faint. He has fainted three times within a year and only at amusement parks. He rides roller coasters. He has autism (high end) he fainted yesterday waiting in line to get meal. It was a cool day. His eyes rolled back and out he went
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Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (10 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
needs to see a cardiologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
He needs to be evaluate by a doctor as soon as possible. This could be from a seizure disorder or heart condition. In either case he needs to be evaluated by a doctor as soon as possible. He may need a referral to a neurologist or to a cardiologist. Do not delay, this could be very serious.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
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What Causes Recurrent Fainting Attacks In A Child?

Brief Answer: needs to see a cardiologist Detailed Answer: Hello, He needs to be evaluate by a doctor as soon as possible. This could be from a seizure disorder or heart condition. In either case he needs to be evaluated by a doctor as soon as possible. He may need a referral to a neurologist or to a cardiologist. Do not delay, this could be very serious. Regards, Dr. Robinson