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Dx'd with neurocardiogenic syncope! is florinef (fludrocortisone) a safe long term drug? should. i see an electro physiologist?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Florinef (fludrocortisone): Can be an effective long term treatment ...See how it works...If ineffective an ep might be useful.

Dr Chilakapati agreed

Answered 11/14/2013

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