Vasovagal
adjective
A type of fainting incident caused by a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure, usually triggered by stress or emotional stimuli.
She fainted during the presentation due to a vasovagal response.
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vasovagal syncope,vasovagal reflex,vasovagal reaction
adjective
A type of fainting incident caused by a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure, usually triggered by stress or emotional stimuli.
She fainted during the presentation due to a vasovagal response.
Usage tips
Neutral
vasovagal syncope,vasovagal reflex,vasovagal reaction
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Response
The term often refers to emotional triggers like fear or stress leading to fainting.
An individual might faint at the sight of blood, indicating a vasovagal reaction.
Pro Tip 2/3Stress Activation
This response can be exacerbated by anxiety or stress-related situations.
During stressful exams, students may experience vasovagal symptoms like dizziness.
Pro Tip 3/3Posture Influence
Long periods of standing can lead to this condition.
Someone may face a vasovagal episode after standing in a line for too long.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Response
The term often refers to emotional triggers like fear or stress leading to fainting.
An individual might faint at the sight of blood, indicating a vasovagal reaction.
Pro Tip 2/3Stress Activation
This response can be exacerbated by anxiety or stress-related situations.
During stressful exams, students may experience vasovagal symptoms like dizziness.
Pro Tip 3/3Posture Influence
Long periods of standing can lead to this condition.
Someone may face a vasovagal episode after standing in a line for too long.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Response
The term often refers to emotional triggers like fear or stress leading to fainting.
An individual might faint at the sight of blood, indicating a vasovagal reaction.
Pro Tip 2/3Stress Activation
This response can be exacerbated by anxiety or stress-related situations.
During stressful exams, students may experience vasovagal symptoms like dizziness.
Pro Tip 3/3Posture Influence
Long periods of standing can lead to this condition.
Someone may face a vasovagal episode after standing in a line for too long.
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