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What Causes Fainting And Disorientation?
My father, a 75 year old man, has fainted/passed out 3 times in the past week. He feels it coming on and becomes disoriented for a period of time. When he faints he is unconscious for a few minutes. Last night was the most recent episode. Ambulance was called. BP 90/50 and high heart rate. He refused treatment and was not evaluated further. Should he seek immediate attention or can he or should he wait to see a PCP? Non-smoker,Type 2 Diabetes, collapsed retina in left eye. Refused to take most recently prescribed medication for diabetes and blood pressure.
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hi sir/madam,
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
Possible causes are:-
1. Middle ear infection.
2. Medication reaction or side-effect.
3. Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
4. Atrial fibrillation.
5. Heart rhythm disorder.
6. Dehydration.
7. Anemia.
8. Encephalitis.
Hope i was useful helping you.
Have a healthy day.
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
Possible causes are:-
1. Middle ear infection.
2. Medication reaction or side-effect.
3. Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
4. Atrial fibrillation.
5. Heart rhythm disorder.
6. Dehydration.
7. Anemia.
8. Encephalitis.
Hope i was useful helping you.
Have a healthy day.
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