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Understanding Vasovagal Syncope: Fainting from Fear & Emotional Triggers
Vasovagal syncope (the “fainting reflex”) can be triggered by fear, pain, stress, dehydration, or low blood sugar. Heart rate slows, BP drops, brain briefly loses oxygen → fainting. Recovery occurs when circulation restores. Rarely, people faint at the sight of something frightening.
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