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I have presyncope episodes for the past three years. Is it a tumor or MS?

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Hi doctor,

Over the past three years, I have random and progressively worsening presyncope episode, and I just feel lightheaded in general. I have had a normal EEG and a normal 14 day Holter monitor. An electrophysiologist said I have dysautonomia. Is it possible to have missed a tumor or MS? Please give your opinion.

Answered by Dr. Aida Abaz Quka

Education:

Faculty of Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. Aida Abaz Quka is a Neurologist with 12 years of experience. She completed her studies at the Faculty of Medicine and pursued a Neurology Post Graduation. Specializing in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders, she offers expert care for conditions affecting the nervous system.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern and would explain that it is less likely that your symptoms are caused by MS (multiple sclerosis) or a tumor. I agree with what your doctor said. Low blood pressure or orthostatic hypotension can cause such a clinical situation. For this reason, I recommend performing a head-up tilt test. I would also recommend performing a brain MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) to put your mind at peace about MS. I am sure that the result will be normal. I recommend you closely monitor your blood pressure values. Please get back if you have further doubts.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 25, 2021
Reviewed At May 25, 2021

Education:

Faculty of Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. Aida Abaz Quka is a Neurologist with 12 years of experience. She completed her studies at the Faculty of Medicine and pursued a Neurology Post Graduation. Specializing in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders, she offers expert care for conditions affecting the nervous system.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

Faculty of Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. Aida Abaz Quka is a Neurologist with 12 years of experience. She completed her studies at the Faculty of Medicine and pursued a Neurology Post Graduation. Specializing in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders, she offers expert care for conditions affecting the nervous system.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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