POTS Diaries with Mackenzie from Massachusetts

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3 Des 20224min

Dr. Raj is a world renowned POTS physician and researcher who spoke with us about three big POTS research topics: blood volume, autoimmunity, and the norepinephrine transporter. Having done much of th...

29 Nov 202251min

Zoe was diagnosed with POTS in 8th grade when she started having dizzy spells and shortness of breath. She has adjusted well, and loves to fly 30 feet above the ground doing ribbon aerial work. Great ...

22 Nov 202227min

What is really causing POTS? Is it a problem in the heart? The brain? The gut? Dr. Lasko believes that lower parts of the brain may not be functioning properly in many with POTS, and that correcting t...

15 Nov 202248min

Like many POTSies, Mackenzie was a teenager leading an active life when she became ill. It took her 2.5 years and a number of ludicrous diagnoses to finally arrive at POTS. At 20, she is now adjusting...

8 Nov 202230min

Jackie developed POTS and other chronic illnesses after surgery on her foot. She delves deeply into her interests, including ways to manage her symptoms. Her optimism is inspiring as she share things ...

5 Nov 202241min

Many POTSies take multiple medications. Join us for a discussion of beta blockers, midodrine, ivabridine, and fludrocortisone - how they work and possible side effects. Please click the "subscribe" bu...

1 Nov 202251min

Dr. Pederson just published a new study looking at assessing depression in people with chronic invisible illness.  The results are both depressing and enlightening. We need our healthcare practitioner...

25 Okt 202240min