Seizure vs. Syncope

It can be difficult to differentiate seizures from syncope, but directed questions involving the semiology of the episode and associated symptoms can help differentiate the two.


Characterize the Episode
Signs suggesting seizure









Signs suggesting syncope






Either seizure or syncope





Other differentiating questions
Signs suggesting seizure
Auras




Generalized Seizures






Temporal lobe epilepsy




Lateral temporal lobe epilepsy

Frontal lobe epilepsy


Occipital lobe epilepsy

Parietal lobe epilepsy

Signs suggesting syncope
Where/when it occured








What triggered the episode





Medical history






Prior Studies








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