POTS, or Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, is a dysautonomia disorder that primarily impacts the autonomic nervous system, responsible for regulating automatic bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, and digestion. The hallmark of POTS is a rapid heart rate that occurs upon standing, leading to symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, and fatigue.
POTS doesn't discriminate; it can affect individuals of any age, although it predominantly targets young adults, particularly women. Estimates suggest that millions of people worldwide live with POTS, yet many remain undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to the varied and often elusive nature of its symptoms.
The symptoms of POTS can be diverse and may vary from person to person. Common manifestations include:
Orthostatic Intolerance: Dizziness, lightheadedness, and sometimes fainting upon standing. People often report rapid heart rate, fatigue, brain fog, nausea, exercise Intolerance, insomnia, GI symptoms & more.
