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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?
Advanced in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Brooke D. Hockin
Advanced in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Brooke D. Hockin
Burnaby, BC, CA 
 (11.2 km)

Brooke Hockin practices in Burnaby, Canada. Hockin and is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. Her top areas of expertise are Fainting, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Hyperventilation, and Familial Dysautonomia.

Experienced in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Michelle Nicholas
Experienced in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Michelle Nicholas
Burnaby, BC, CA 
 (11.2 km)

Michelle Nicholas practices in Burnaby, Canada. Nicholas and is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Delirium, Premature Ejaculation, and Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Inderjeet S. Sahota
Advanced in Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
Inderjeet S. Sahota
Vancouver, BC, CA 
 (20.7 km)

Inderjeet Sahota practices in Vancouver, Canada. Sahota and is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope. Their top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Fainting, Familial Dysautonomia, and Acute Mountain Sickness.

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What are the latest Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope Clinical Trials?
National Registry of Cardioneuroablation in Recurrent Reflex Syncope
National Registry of Cardioneuroablation in Recurrent Reflex Syncope
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: December 27, 2024
Intervention Type: Procedure

Summary: This registry aims to collect patient data on cardioneuroablation for vasovagal syncope from multiple centers in France. The aim is to evaluate success rates, compare techniques and help institutions set up their own cardioneuroablation program

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Impact of Postural Sway on Cardiovascular Control in Pediatric Patients With Syncope
Impact of Postural Sway on Cardiovascular Control in Pediatric Patients With Syncope
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: November 29, 2024
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: The investigators are interested in whether discrete counterpressure maneuvers, or muscle movements in the lower body, will boost blood pressure and cardiovascular control in children who faint. We will record cardiovascular responses to maneuvers of exaggerated sway, leg crossing, crouching, and gluteal muscle tensing in children who faint (N=20), as well as their height, weight, muscularity, and...

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