Types of POTS

There are different Types of POTS, each with distinct characteristics. Neuropathic POTS involves nerve dysfunction affecting circulation, leading to blood pooling and poor blood flow regulation. Hyperadrenergic POTS is marked by excessive adrenaline levels, causing high blood pressure, rapid heart rate, and nervous system overstimulation. Hypovolemic POTS results from low blood volume, reducing circulation efficiency and exacerbating symptoms. Secondary POTS develops due to an underlying condition, such as autoimmune disorders or connective tissue diseases, complicating management. Identifying the specific type helps refine treatment strategies for better symptom control.

What is Neuropathic POTS

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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Hyperadrenergic POTS

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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Hypovolemic POTS

What is Hypovolemic POTS | When Low Blood Volume Drives Symptoms

Introduction to Hypovolemic POTS Hypovolemic POTS is a distinct subtype of POTS and falls within the broader group of autonomic nervous system disorders known as dysautonomia. This form of POTS is primarily characterized by a reduced blood volume (hypovolemia), which affects the body’s ability to maintain proper blood flow when upright, leading to a cascade

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secondary pots

What is Secondary POTS | When Another Condition Triggers Dysautonomia

Introduction to Secondary POTS Secondary POTS is a specific classification of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome that arises as a consequence of another underlying medical condition. Unlike primary POTS, which occurs independently, secondary POTS develops due to diseases or disorders that affect the autonomic nervous system. Understanding the nature of secondary POTS is essential for effective

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