In addition to the mechanism described above, a number of other medical conditions may cause syncope. Making the correct diagnosis for loss of consciousness is difficult. The core of the diagnosis of vasovagal syncope rests upon a clear description of a typical pattern of triggers, symptoms, and time course. It is pertinent to differentiate lightheadedness, seizures, vertigo, and low blood sugar as other causes. In people with recurrent vasovagal syncope, diagnostic accuracy can often be improved with one of the following diagnostic tests: * A tilt table test (results should be interpreted in the context of patients' clinical presentations and with an understanding of the sensitivity and specificity of the test) * Implantation of an insertable loop recorder * A Holter monitor or event monitor * An echocardiogram * An electrophysiology study
Reflex syncope
Hypotonic-hyporesponsive episode
Heat syncope
Laughter-induced syncope
Reflex asystolic syncope
Panic attack
Hair-grooming syncope
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome