Fogoros, MDMedically reviewed by Richard N. Fogoros, MD You won’t die from vasovagal syncope on its own. However, the suddenness of the reaction and temporary loss of consciousness that follows ...

Medically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MD Giving blood, getting vaccinated, or standing on a stuffy, crowded train can result in dizziness and a loss of consciousness for some people. This reaction is ...

Physical counterpressure maneuvers (PCMs) should be first-line therapy for patients who suffer recurrent vasovagal syncope with prodromal symptoms, according to a paper by van Dijk et al.

of patients had vasovagal syncope. [6] Various circumstances are triggers for VVS including prolonged standing, especially when combined with warm temperatures, confined spaces, and/or crowding ...

Vasovagal syncope is a condition of emerging importance in older patients. The disease pattern of VVS in older age groups appears to differ from that of younger subjects. Treatment options are ...