10 Syncope Symptoms
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Feeling Lightheaded
Although lightheadedness and dizziness can sometimes feel similar, they have different causes. Lightheadedness is a common symptom of syncope. Someone who is lightheaded may feel as though they are about to faint. Their bodies may begin to feel heavy and their heads empty and light.
Lightheadedness commonly occurs when standing up too quickly, which results in decreased blood flow to the brain. This can cause a person to feel faint. It's not uncommon for lightheadedness and dizziness to occur simultaneously.
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