(phonology) the loss of sounds in the interior of a word (as in `fo'c'sle' for `forecastle')
A brief loss of consciousness (a blackout).
The loss of medial sounds, eg Lat VIRIDEM Sp verde.
Temporary loss of consciousness that results from various medical conditions affecting the cardiovascular or neurological system. Black-out spell that may be caused by to cardiac arrhythmias in others.
fainting; temporary loss of consciousness.
(pronounced SIN-ko-pee) Fainting.
Loss of consciousness due to many causes. Most causes produce a dramatic fall in blood pressure, which leads to fainting.
a fainting spell caused by an abrupt reduction of blood flow to the brain.
A fainting spell or episode of loss of consciousness is called syncope.
Describes fainting and dizziness due to the lack of blood and oxygen reaching the brain.
light-headedness or fainting caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain.
fainting; transient loss of consciousness due to inadequate blood flow to the brain.
A transient loss of consciousness and postural tone caused by the diminished blood flow to the brain (fainting)
fainting caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain. Can be caused by low blood pressure due to an extremely slow or fast heartbeat.
Fainting; a transient state of unconsciousness resulting from a lack of oxygen to the brain.
fainting due to a loss of blood flow to the brain; sometimes misdiagnosed as seizures.
Loss of consciousness due to a decrease in cerebral blood flow.
A brief loss of consciousness caused by temporary lack of oxygenated blood.
Faint; loss of consciousness
Partial or complete loss of consciousness with interruption of awareness of oneself and ones surroundings. When the loss of consciousness is temporary and there is spontaneous recovery, it is referred to as syncope or, in nonmedical quarters, fainting . Syncope accounts for one in every 30 visits to an emergency room. It is pronounced sin-ko-pea. See the entire definition of Syncope
Fainting; transient (and usually sudden) loss of consciousness.
A temporary loss of consciousness due to lack of blood to the main portion of the brain (the cerebrum).
A medical term for loss of consciousness, or fainting.
Fainting, or feeling as if one might faint, can be caused by serious heart rhythm disorders and needs to be evaluated carefully. Sometimes the cause is not heart related, for instance when low blood sugar is to blame, but still can be dangerous. No matter what the cause, fainting can be dangerous simply because of the potential for injuries from falling.
Temporary loss of consciousness resulting from lack of oxygen to the brain; fainting spell.
A temporary suspension of consciousness due to generalized cerebral ischema; a faint.
A brief period of unconsciousness caused by an insufficient supply of blood to the brain. Dizziness.
The medical term for fainting.
Syncope (commonly referred to as fainting) is a loss of consciousness induced by a temporarily insufficient flow of blood to the brain. It occurs in otherwise healthy people and may be caused by an emotional shock, by standing for prolonged periods, by injury or by profuse bleeding. An attack comes on gradually, with lightheadedness, sweating and blurred vision. Recovery is normally prompt and without any persisting ill effects.
light-headedness or fainting due to insufficient blood supply to the brain.
brief loss of consciousness; fainting.
A sudden, transient loss of consciousness; a faint.
Loss of consciousness due to temporary insufficient blood supply to the brain, often caused by a serious dysrhythmia.
a temporary loss of consciousness due to insufficient cerebral blood flow; fainting.