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Presyncope, often referred to as near-fainting, occurs when the brain temporarily doesn’t receive enough blood flow, causing a feeling of lightheadedness, dizziness, and an impending loss of consciousness. While this can be caused by a variety of factors, including dehydration, sudden changes in posture, or certain medical conditions, addressing presyncope requires more than just quick fixes.
At Patients Medical in New York City, we take an integrative approach to treating presyncope by focusing on identifying the root causes of your symptoms. Rather than just managing the symptoms, we aim to restore balance, improve circulation, and optimize your overall health. We combine conventional care with natural therapies to ensure long-term relief and prevention.
We treat the whole person—not just the symptoms.
Presyncope is the feeling of lightheadedness or dizziness that occurs just before fainting. It is usually accompanied by a sensation of weakness, dizziness, or nausea, but unlike fainting, a person experiencing presyncope does not actually lose consciousness.
Common causes of presyncope include:
If left unaddressed, recurrent episodes of presyncope may impact your daily activities and overall well-being, so it’s important to find an effective treatment plan tailored to your needs.
The symptoms of presyncope can vary from mild to severe but often include:
Functional medicine goes beyond just addressing the symptoms of presyncope, and seeks to uncover the underlying causes. Some common factors that contribute to presyncope include:
By identifying the root causes, we develop a customized treatment plan to address the specific factors that are triggering your symptoms.
At Patients Medical, we take a comprehensive approach to diagnosing the underlying causes of presyncope. Some of the tests we use include:
John, a 50-year-old man, frequently experienced lightheadedness and a feeling of fainting, especially when standing up quickly or after long periods of sitting. His symptoms were interfering with his daily life, and he had a history of low blood pressure.
After a comprehensive evaluation, we identified that John had nutrient deficiencies (magnesium and B12), dehydration, and chronic stress, which were all contributing to his presyncope.
We created a personalized plan for John that included:
Six weeks later, John reported feeling more stable, with fewer episodes of dizziness and lightheadedness.
Presyncope can be caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure, dehydration, low blood sugar, heart problems, or vestibular disorders. It is often a sign that your body is not receiving enough blood flow to the brain.
Stress can exacerbate symptoms of presyncope by affecting blood pressure and causing physical symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, and lightheadedness.
Staying hydrated, managing stress, eating balanced meals, and exercising regularly can all help improve circulation and prevent episodes of presyncope.
Yes, natural treatments such as magnesium supplementation, acupuncture, stress reduction techniques, and a nutrient-dense diet can help manage symptoms.
With the right integrative treatment plan, most patients experience improvement within 4-6 weeks, though it depends on the individual and underlying causes.
In some cases, presyncope can indicate an underlying cardiovascular or neurological issue. It’s important to undergo a thorough evaluation to identify the root cause.
We are an out-of-network provider but offer superbills for reimbursement. Lab tests and certain treatments may be partially covered by insurance.
If you experience episodes of dizziness, lightheadedness, or faintness, especially upon standing, you may have presyncope. It’s important to consult with a healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis.
IV therapy can help restore hydration, balance electrolytes, and provide essential nutrients to improve circulation and energy levels, reducing symptoms of presyncope.
With lifestyle changes like proper hydration, balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and stress management, many patients can reduce or prevent episodes of presyncope.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
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