Synonyms: pallid syncopal attack, white breath-holding attacks
Reflex anoxic seizures are paroxysmal, spontaneously-reversing brief episodes of asystole triggered by pain, fear or anxiety. Anoxic seizures are non-epileptic events caused by a reflex asystole due to increased vagal responsiveness. They are often misdiagnosed as epilepsy.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/doctor/reflexic-anoxic-seizures