Vaso-Vagal Discussion

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My cardiologist suggested drinking Gatorade when I felt the VV epiode coming on.  It has helped tremendously.  I keep bottles of the stuff in the car, bathroom etc.  I've even been able to completely stop the episode if I drink some and lie down with my feet elevated for a little while.  I was skeptical at first but the quick hydration plus salt and electrolytes in it really did help.  I also suspect my VV is triggered by an allergic reaction to codeine but do not see the allergist for a few weeks yet.  It's interesting that an allergy to codeine has all the same symptoms as a full blown VV episode.  I've been suffering from this for about 2 years and had a positive tilt table test.  It's scary but I am trying to cope.

From: Denise in Toronto

This web site is not a substitute for a thorough medical evaluation and diagnosis of your vaso-vagal type symptoms.  Medical treatment and diagnosis is the only acceptable initial response to these serious symptoms since they might present from any number of life threatening and treatable illnesses. It is for you and your physician to rule out more serious illnesses; Please don't use this online forum as an alternative to getting responsible medical attention and being under the care of a physician for the duration of any unknown, suspected or dangerous vaso-vagal syndrome symptoms.

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