How can I get over my vasovagal syncope in Health class?

Question

I am going to be a sophomore this year and I have health for the first semester. What triggers my nausea and fainting spells are usually when someone is describing a medical condition or something. Even last semester when my teacher was teaching CPR, I threw up and had to go home. Is there anyone else who has this? Are there any tips that would be good for helping me during this situation or to get my mind off of it at the time?

Thank you soooo much!

Answer 1

Hi, I advise you to ask some professionals. Here's a reliable source to find some: http://www.myhealth-forum.com/

Answer 2

I used to have this same thing!  One cause was seeing blood, as in graphic abortion films and stuff that they made us watch back then.  One was that I was underweight at that time and my blood pressure was very low; in VVS, it plummets even lower and you faint.  Another was a too-warm room!  So try not to get overheated, especially.  Even as an adult, I was fainting when standing up out of a hot bath, because my blood pressure would drop so precipitously.  Try putting a cold cloth or ice on your forehead, temples or the back of your neck.  And you may just have to avoid gruesome sights and subjects altogether.  Some people are just squeamish.

I kind of grew out of it, literally, as I am overweight now and blood pressure is high.  But I wouldn't recommend that avenue!  Good luck.