What Are the Causes of Syncope, Dizziness, & Mild Mental Confusion?
Syncope is a neurologic condition in which a person temporarily loses consciousness. It may be associated with dizziness — a sensation of unsteadiness and lightheadedness — and confusion. As explained by the American Heart Association, syncope often occurs when blood pressure is low and blood supply to the brain is insufficient as a result of the heart’s inability to pump enough blood. Some diseases that can cause syncope are cardiac arrhythmias, transient ischemic attacks and orthostatic hypotension.
