Avoid prolonged standing: Standing for a long time makes symptoms worse for most people with POTS. If you must stand…
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The good news is that, although POTS is a chronic condition, about 80 percent of teenagers grow out of it…
There are many stories of patients who have had their levels fall into the normal range when their physicians repeatedly…
A neurologic disorder known as POTS causes dizziness and fainting—and frustration, due to lack of awareness and inadequate treatment.
Some things can make symptoms worse. These include heat, menstrual cycle, dehydration, alcohol, exercise, and standing for a long time.
Dehydration: Dehydration can cause or worsen POTS symptoms. Hormone problems: Changes in hormone levels, such as during pregnancy or puberty,…
Patients with POTS syndrome should increase their sodium intake, reduce the consumption of diuretics in their diet, and avoid alcohol…
If there is not enough blood flow to the brain, a person may feel lightheaded or pass out every time…
POTS often begins after a pregnancy, major surgery, trauma, or a viral illness. It may make individuals unable to exercise…
The trouble with diagnosing POTS is that it's currently principally a clinical diagnosis. It's based on history, the absence of…