As scary as it may be, fainting – also known as syncope – is actually very common. It occurs in about one-third of the general population, and there are a number of different things that can cause someone to pass out.
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Are Vertigo and Dizziness the Same Thing?
If you’ve ever had a case of the spins then you’ve probably wondered about vertigo. But are vertigo and dizziness the same thing?
When I Stand Up Suddenly, I Feel Dizzy — Should I Worry?
Find the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Preventive cardiologist Haitham Ahmed, MD, MPH, answers this one on dizziness.
