Vasovagal Syncope, a fancy term for fainting

A number of conditions can cause fainting, including heart rhythm abnormalities, seizures, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), and anemia. More common than these, however, is a relatively benign condition called vasovagal syncope, also known as the "common faint". Syncope [sing-kuh-pee] is themedical term for "blacking out" and vasovagal refers to the abnormal stimulation