- Female
- 18 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really worried because I fainted like 45 times yesterday while I was with my boyfriend. It all started when I suddenly passed out while hugging and kissing him. He managed to wake me up each time and even gave me some chocolate to eat, but I kept fainting again after a few minutes. The whole time, he was holding me and trying to calm me down. I hadn't eaten anything since last night, except for a cup of milk then and another one this morning. Could this be because I didn't eat enough, or is it something more serious?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
You experienced repeated fainting spells (syncope) while hugging and kissing your boyfriend. Possible causes:
Medical Conditions
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar): Lack of food intake, especially after milk consumption.
- Dehydration: Insufficient fluid intake.
- Anxiety or stress: Emotional distress.
- Cardiovascular issues: Rare, but possible
Dr. Shubham Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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