History-taking and physical examination will usually indicate whether the fainting spell is syncopal or from another cause, and will allow for a precise diagnosis in about 40% of older patients. [7] ...

The ED evaluation of syncope necessitates obtaining a careful history to determine whether such causes as intoxication, sepsis, migraine, or seizure are likely. Physical examination will aid in ...

Also known as the "common faint," vasovagal syncope (pronounced vay-zoh-Vay-gul Sing-kuh-pee) results from an abnormal circulatory reflex and could be caused by a number of factors: Environment: The ...

Beta blockers appear to be no more effective than placebo for the treatment of vasovagal syncope. In a randomized trial, 30 patients with recurrent vasovagal syncope and positive tilt test were ...