Different from syncope, lipotimia is characterized by a feeling of temporary loss of consciousness and weakness. We explain to you what the illness that struck Filippo Tajani, son of the deputy prime minister and foreign minister Antonio Tajani, while he was playing football
Weak heart beat, loss of consciousness, confusion: the illness that hit Filippo Tajani, son of the vice premier Tajani, while he was playing football is actually a fairly frequent eventcorresponding to what is commonly called “fainting”.
It is, in precise terms, of lipotimia. But what are the symptoms and when you have to alarmed?
Also known as pre-win because it does not always bring a loss of actual consciousness (just like syncope) lipotimia is characterized by one feeling of imminent loss of consciousness and weakness, such that it is difficult to also keep up.
The symptoms of lipotimia
The actual lipotimia, on the other hand, is characterized by the presence of further ailments such as:
How lipotimia is manifested
Lipotimia manifests itself with a sudden feeling of weakness and instability, often accompanied by the symptoms we have just seen. Symptoms that, however, can gradually appear, allowing the subject to recognize the imminent episode and to take preventive measures, such as lying on the ground to avoid falling.
Although lipotimia is generally a benign and transitory condition, it can lead to risks linked to possible falls or accidents if it is not promptly intervened. In some cases, frequent episodes of lipotimia can negatively influence the quality of life, inducing the subject to limit their activities for fear of new episodes.
How to avoid lipotimia
According to experts, it is good Avoid wild situationsas excessively hot environments, intense emotional stress or excessive physical efforts. It is necessary, then, to maintain good hydration and make sure you drink enough to have an adequate blood volume and prevent pressure drops. Another solution is to follow a regular diet: avoid prolonged fasting and maintain stable blood sugar levels through regular and balanced meals.
Avoid abrupt postural changes: slowly get up from sitting or lying positions to prevent sudden pressure drops. Finally, it is good to manage stress, practicing relaxation and stress management techniques to reduce the probability of lipotimic episodes linked to emotional factors.
In the case of recurring episodes or if lipotimia is manifested without apparent causes, it is important to consult a doctor for an in -depth evaluation and to exclude any underlying pathologies.