What is Vasovagal Syncope?

Vasovagal syncope, the most common type of syncope, occurs in response to triggers and results in a brief loss of consciousness and quick recovery. It is caused by a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure, which reduces the flow of blood to the brain.

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What is it like to have Vasovagal Syncope?

Common Symptoms Patients' Latest Severity My Current Severity  
Severity
Severe
Moderate
Mild
None
Dizziness None Mild Moderate Severe
Nausea None Mild Moderate Severe
Sweating None Mild Moderate Severe

Who has Vasovagal Syncope at PatientsLikeMe?

<20 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+
Current Age
Distribution of females vs. males
Gender
84% Females
16% Males
Age at first symptom
Age at first symptom # of patients Proportion
0-19 yrs 19
20-29 yrs 9
30-39 yrs 5
40-49 yrs 7
50-59 yrs 4
60-69 yrs 0
70+ yrs 0
Diagnosis status
Diagnosis status # of patients Proportion
Diagnosed 41
Not Officially Diagnosed 7

These charts show data from Vasovagal Syncope patients who have completed their condition history