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18 yr old son passed out in shower. got dizzy and his arms felt tingly & hurt. we laid him down and he fell asleep for a couple hrs. then felt fine. ?

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See md: Has this ever happened before or has patient been on any medications or alcohol of any kind? Please be carefully examined and thorough history of any meds or ingest ions. Must be seen and have history reviewed for possible metabolic or central nervous system problem. ER or clinic today!

Answered 4/19/2015

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Dr. Hiro Kiguchi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Rule-out cardiac: Most syncopal episodes for young patients are benign. If suddenly getting up from flat or sitting position, may be related to orthostatic intolerance. However, important to rule out any cardiac reasons, especially if this is a recurrent issue. Your family doctor should review family history (especially of sudden death), current meds, a physical exam, and EKG to rule out most serious conditions.

Answered 4/19/2015

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