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Fainting

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Fainting Treatment

The treatment for a fainting episode depends upon the underlying cause. Treatment may not be necessary in adolescents and young adults.

General treatment for fainting may include:

Intravenous fluids
Cardiac monitoring
For those who have diabetes:

Oral glucose
Intravenous glucose

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Last Updated: Apr 22, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Fainting References:

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Wieling W, Colman N, Krediet CT, Freeman R. Nonpharmacological treatment of reflex syncope. Clin Auton Res. 2004 Oct;14 Suppl 1:62-70.