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Symptoms

By Mayo Clinic staff

Before a faint due to vasovagal syncope, you may experience some of the following signs and symptoms:

  • Pale appearance to your skin
  • Lightheadedness
  • Nausea
  • Feeling of warmth
  • A cold, clammy sweat

When to see a doctor
Because fainting can be a sign of a more serious condition, such as heart or brain disorders, you may want to consult your doctor after a fainting spell, especially if you never had one before.

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Aug. 8, 2008

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