Crying syncope

Crying syncope: also known as breath-holding spells, commonly known as "qi death", seen in children aged 1 to 4 years. It often develops due to pain, scolding or fright. The child cried and held his breath, looked pale, lost his consciousness, resumed breathing after a few seconds or ten seconds, and soon woke up. Easily misdiagnosed as epilepsy. No more hair after 3 to 4 years old.

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