I pass out many times a year, usually when it is hot outside or if I must stand for a long time. What’s wrong with me?
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"The most likely cause is a degree of “dysautonomia” – most of the time this is benign. Sometimes, we can use medications to help out during flare-up periods."
- Dr. Alexander Postalian, General and Interventional Cardiologist
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