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What is Dysautonomia? | Understanding Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Dysautonomia In Depth What is Dysautonomia? The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is responsible for regulating many of the body’s automatic functions—things we often take for granted, like maintaining a steady heart rate, digesting food efficiently, and keeping blood pressure in balance. When this system malfunctions, the consequences can be profound, leading to a group of […]

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What is POTS | A Simple Guide to Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

Understanding Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome What is POTS? POTS is a disorder of the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, and digestion. POTS is a form of dysautonomia, meaning a dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system. It is characterized by an excessive increase in heart rate—usually more

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What is Neuropathic POTS | Understanding Nerve-Related Dysautonomia

Understanding Neuropathic POTS Neuropathic POTS is a subtype of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), which falls under the broader category of dysautonomia—a disorder of the autonomic nervous system. In Neuropathic POTS, there is partial autonomic nerve damage, especially in the lower limbs, leading to impaired blood vessel constriction and blood pooling when standing. This results

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How to Sleep Better with POTS | Rest Strategies for Autonomic Balance

Understanding Sleep Challenges with POTS In this article, we’ll explore ways of How to Sleep Better with POTS. Quality sleep is essential for individuals with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), yet many struggle with symptoms that interfere with rest. From blood circulation challenges to temperature regulation issues, sleeping with POTS requires strategic adjustments to improve

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What is Hyperadrenergic POTS | When Adrenaline Drives Dysautonomia

Introduction to Hyperadrenergic POTS Hyperadrenergic POTS, often abbreviated as HyperPOTS or Adrenergic POTS, is a distinct subtype of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). As part of the broader category of dysautonomia, it involves a dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system, leading to an exaggerated sympathetic nervous system response. This heightened activity results in excessive norepinephrine

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Dysautonomia and Stress Management for POTS | Calming Your Nervous System

A Guide to Coping with POTS Symptoms and Chronic Autonomic Dysfunction Introduction Living with dysautonomia—especially Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)—can feel like being stuck in a body that forgot how to stay calm. The dizziness, racing heart, and fatigue aren’t “just stress,” but stress can definitely make it worse. This post is your guide to

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The POTS and MS Connection | Understanding Dysautonomia in Multiple Sclerosis

Understanding the Overlap Between Dysautonomia and Multiple Sclerosis Explore the POTS and MS connection, how dysautonomia overlaps with multiple sclerosis, and what it means for diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment strategies. Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and Multiple Sclerosis (MS) are both complex neurological conditions. When they appear together, the relationship can cause confusion for patients

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