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Syncope vs Seizure

evan Feb. 26, 2024

Syncope

Seizure

Prolonged upright position before the event

Epilepsy aura (smells, tastes or deja vu) before the event

Lightheaded before the event

Head turning or abnormal limb positions

Sweating before the event

Tonic clonic activity

Blurring or clouding of vision before the event

Tongue biting

Reduced tone during the episode

Cyanosis

Return of consciousness shortly after falling

Lasts more than 5 minutes

No prolonged post-ictal period

Prolonged post-ictal period

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