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Approach to syncope

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Background: PHx epilepsy, not taking medications, precipitants that lower seizure threshhold (eg. no sleep, alcohol withdrawal)
Before: prodrome
During: tonic phase before rhythmic, clonic activity, head deviation or unusual posturing during the episode, loss of bladder or bowel control
After: tongue biting, postictal confusion/disorientation (usually >30min)