Main description:

Fainting, the sudden and often unpredictable loss of consciousness, can be a frightening experience. While often benign, fainting can sometimes be the sign of serious illness. Recurrent fainting can significantly disrupt a person's life, and make them prone to injury and, on occasion, death. The Fainting Phenomenon, Second Edition is a valuable information resource for anyone whose life is affected by fainting. Written for the layperson, this book will help you: * Understand the different reasons why people faint and their significance * Seek proper medical attention and treatment * Deal with related conditions such as Postural Tachycardia Syndrome and Orthostatic Hypertension This is an indispensable and reassuring guide for parents, families and care givers.

Contents:

1 Introduction. 2 The Fainting Phenomenon. 3 The Normal Nervous System. 4 The Normal Cardiovascular System. 5 Orthostatic Intolerance and Orthostatic (postural) Hypotension. 6 Neurocardiogenic Syncope. 7 Postural Tachycardia Syndrome and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. 8 Other Possible Causes of Fainting. 9 Fainting in Children and Adolescents and in Older People. 10 Diagnosing the Underlying Causes of Fainting. 11 Treating Fainting. 12 Wrapping Up. Glossary of useful terms. Index.