Question 1

for the past 5 days i have been going to the toilet non stop and have only been passing out brown liquid, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Diarrhea: You should go to the nearest ER and get evaluated. There's a risk that you may become dehydrated. You should get basic bloodwork and may require IV fluids.

Question 2

when i eat, i feel so full and discomfort with passing out of a lot of gas. after i use the toilet, i feel dizzy and weak. help!

Accepted Answer

IBS: you have what we called here in the USA irritable bowel syndrome, European might call it spastic colon..
the full bloating feeling is typical.
the straining associated with the bowel movement, or the sudden release of pressure will create the feeling of dizziness and weakness.
first avoid food that caused this regardless how much you like it.
eat multiple small meals.
meditate, relax, and exercise

Question 3

why am i passing out alot?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: See your doctor for a thorough examination there are number of conditions that can cause recurrent passing out.  You should avoid driving or operating machinery until the cause has been found.

Question 4

how do i keep from passing out?

Accepted Answer

Find the cause: Passing out or syncope is an abnormal event and requires a complete work up by an md. It is sometimesba neurologic or cardiac problem but there are other potential causes. 
It is unsafe to continue without a medical evaluation. Your body is telling you that something is wrong so dont ignore it. You are jeopardizing your health/safety and the safety of others if you are driving.

Question 5

why is my husband passing out while coughing?

Accepted Answer

Could: be an exaggerated vagal response from increased neck pressure caused by coughing.  This could be an early symptom of significant atherosclerotic peripheral and/or coronary artery disease.  I recommend a cardiologist evaluation ASAP.

Question 6

why am i almost passing out every time i stand up?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration?: This may be secondary to being volume depleted, or dehydrated.  You may be taking medications that lower your blood pressure.  Increase your intake of non-caffeinated beverages and see your doctor.

Question 7

what's the difference between passing out and fainting?

Accepted Answer

None: In general, non-medical people use these terms interchangeably.

Question 8

how long can someone go without food before passing out?

Accepted Answer

Can be days or weeks: It depends on many factors such as the starting nutrition status, and if they still have water, but it is usually days or even more than 1-2 weeks, especially in a hypertensive , overweight person who still can get water.

Question 9

how to stand for a long time (30-40 minutes) without passing out?

Accepted Answer

Hydration+movement: Make sure that you are properly hydrated, especially in warm weather or warm surroundings.  While standing keep shifting your weight from one side to the other and gently press your toes down, periodically.

Question 10

how can i keep myself from passing out in my first krav maga class?

Accepted Answer

Passing out: If you feel dizzy, then lay down with legs elevated above your heart or squat with head down. I assume your heart is normal.  Also hydrate before class. If you hab
ve passed out or gotten dizzy with exercise before, then get an examination to make certain that you do not have some cardiac problem that would be potentially dangerous for exercising.

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For the past 5 days i have been going to the toilet non stop and have only been passing out brown liquid, what should i do?

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When i eat, i feel so full and discomfort with passing out of a lot of gas. after i use the toilet, i feel dizzy and weak. help!

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Why am i passing out alot?

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How do i keep from passing out?

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Why is my husband passing out while coughing?

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Why am i almost passing out every time i stand up?

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What's the difference between passing out and fainting?

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How long can someone go without food before passing out?

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How to stand for a long time (30-40 minutes) without passing out?

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How can i keep myself from passing out in my first krav maga class?

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