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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S. [2]
Overview
The classic features of neurocardiogenic syncope include the presence of triggering stimuli with subsequent prodrome of nausea and diaphoresis.
History
- Family history of syncope is almost always present.
Triggers/Precipitating Factors
- The sight of blood.
- Loss of blood.
- Sudden stressful or painful experiences.
- Surgical manipulation.
- Trauma.
- Pain.
- Anxiety.
- Stress.
- Micturition
- Cough
- Deglutition
Prodrome
- Prior to the syncopal episode, patients may complain of a prodome consisting of:
- Nausea,
- Diaphoresis (absent in the elderly),
- Lightheadedness,
- Blurred vision,
- Headache,
- Palpitations,
- Paraesthesia,
- Pallor,
- The symptoms usually occur in the upright position and resolve almost immediately when the patient assumes the supine position. In the upright position there is downward displacement of 300-800 cc of blood.
Recovery Phase
- “Washed out” and tired feeling.