Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
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What is the definition of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope?
Familial neurocardiogenic syncope (fainting) is a type of genetic vasovagal (nerve) syncope where an individual faints due to certain triggers, such as fear, seeing blood, extreme emotional distress, or other events, that causes their heart rate and blood pressure to suddenly drop, leading to reduced blood flow to the brain and a brief loss of consciousness. Other common causes include standing for too long, heat overexposure, having blood drawn, and straining to have a bowel movement. However, fainting can indicate a more serious disorder affecting the heart or brain, so it is best to check with a doctor.
What are the symptoms of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope?
Symptoms of familial neurocardiogenic syncope (fainting) may appear before an episode, such as pale skin, lightheadedness, tunnel vision, nausea, a cold, clammy sweat, feeling overheated, yawning, blurred vision, and vertigo (dizziness). During a vasovagal syncopal episode jerky, abnormal movements, a slow, weak pulse, and dilated pupils may occur. While the recovery from an episode usually begins rapidly, within less than a minute, standing up too soon (15-to-30 minutes) risks fainting again.
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What are the current treatments for Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope?
Considered to be mostly harmless, vasovagal syncope usually does not require treatment. However, it is possible to be injured during a fall. In addition, examination by a doctor may be needed to rule out heart or other disorders. It can also help to identify specific triggers to avoid episodes. If it feels as if a faint is coming on, it can help to lie down and elevate the legs. If the episodes are frequent, they may be treated with medications to treat low blood pressure, such as fludrocortisone acetate or selective serotonin inhibitors. Other treatments may include foot exercises and compression stockings to decrease pooling of blood in legs, increased dietary salt, drinking fluids, and avoiding prolonged standing and overexposure to heat.  In rare instances, an electrical heart pacemaker may sometimes be needed.
Who are the top Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope Local Doctors?
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Dr. Timir S. Baman
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Distinguished in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Dr. Timir S. Baman
Cardiac Electrophysiology
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OSF Cardiovascular Institute

5405 North Knoxville Avenue, 
Peoria, IL 
309-691-4410
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Timir Baman is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Baman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Fainting, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Baman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Baman is currently accepting new patients.

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Dr. Stephen L. Winters
Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
Distinguished in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Dr. Stephen L. Winters
Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
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Electrophysiology Associates

100 Madison Avenue, 
Morristown, NJ 
973-971-4261
Languages Spoken:
English, French, German
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Stephen Winters is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Winters is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Winters is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Winters is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Arun Kundra
Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
Distinguished in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Dr. Arun Kundra
Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Tower Health Medical Group Cardiology - Limerick

420 W Linfield Trappe Rd, Ste 2100, 
Limerick, PA 
484-961-8833
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English
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Arun Kundra is a Cardiologist and a Cardiac Electrophysiologist practicing medicine in Limerick, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kundra is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Kundra is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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What are the latest Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope Clinical Trials?
Fainting Detection And Early Warning In Syncope Evaluation Study
Fainting Detection And Early Warning In Syncope Evaluation Study
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: August 12, 2026
Intervention Type: Device

Summary: To characterize the impact of orthostatic hypotension (OH) and Vasovagal syncope on signals measured using a wearable Holter monitor in the clinic and ambulatory setting. To evaluate the relationship of signals measured from the Holter monitor with reported symptom severity of orthostatic intolerance per standard data collection, analysis, and questionnaires.

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Prospective Non-Randomized Comparison of Point-by-Point Cryoablation Using Freezor™ Xtra Versus Radiofrequency Ablation Using TactiFlex™ SE of Parasympathetic Ganglia (Cardioneuroablation) in Patients With Vagally-Mediated Bradyarrhythmias
Prospective Non-Randomized Comparison of Point-by-Point Cryoablation Using Freezor™ Xtra Versus Radiofrequency Ablation Using TactiFlex™ SE of Parasympathetic Ganglia (Cardioneuroablation) in Patients With Vagally-Mediated Bradyarrhythmias
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 26, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Bradyarrhythmias are conditions where the heart beats too slowly, causing symptoms like dizziness, fainting, and fatigue. In some patients, these slow heart rhythms are caused by overactivity of the vagus nerve (the part of the nervous system that slows the heart down). Cardioneuroablation (CNA) is a catheter-based procedure that targets and reduces the effect of these overactive nerves on the hea...

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