Postural Syncope falls under the Cardiovascular Health category.

Postural Syncope

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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024

Postural syncope refers to a sudden drop in blood pressure due to a quick change in position, such as from lying down to standing. It can be caused by dehydration and certain medications. Symptoms may include lightheadedness or dizziness, blurry vision, and fainting.

29 participants in 1 trial

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C3 outcomes

F2 outcomes

Last Updated:October 13, 2024

29 participants in 1 trial

Examine Evidence Grades

C3 outcomes

F2 outcomes

Examine Database: Postural Syncope

Intervention	Health Outcome	Grade	Evidence	Effect
Cannabis	5 Outcomes		1 Study

Cannabis

5 Outcomes

1 Study

Cannabis

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Vitamin D and vasovagal syncope

In this meta-analysis, participants with vasovagal syncope had lower serum vitamin D levels, and the rate of vasovagal syncope occurrence was higher among participants with vitamin D deficiency.

Examine Database References

Orthostatic Hypotension Symptoms - Mathew RJ, Wilson WH, Davis RPostural syncope after marijuana: a transcranial Doppler study of the hemodynamicsPharmacol Biochem Behav.(2003 May)