by Dr. Roderick Santa Maria | Jun 8, 2014 | Dysautonomia
One of the major symptoms of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome is something called heat intolerance. Many POTS patients can’t regulate their body’s core temperature, causing periods of excessive heat to induce fainting, nausea, and extreme dehydration. As the summer begins, make sure to read over these few tips on how to protect yourself from heat.
by Dr. Roderick Santa Maria | May 8, 2014 | Dysautonomia, Everyday Health
Ever had a good meal that just stayed with you? If you happen to have gastroparesis you’ve probably had plenty of good meals that stuck around long after the party was over. Delayed Gastric Emptying is another name for the truculent disease which slows or stops the...
by Dr. Roderick Santa Maria | May 6, 2014 | Dysautonomia
Because you didn’t have enough on your plate, life with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome also includes a multitude of strange and unpredictable stomach woes. Just about everything in a POTS patient’s diet is unfamiliar to most spectators—from the high sodium...
by admin_mja | May 1, 2014 | Dysautonomia, Everyday Health
You know when doctors tell you that your condition would be improved if you would just exercise? And you nod your head and think, boy that’s a novel idea. I never would have thought to build up my muscle strength in order not to feel sick and weak. You’re a genius....
by Dr. Roderick Santa Maria | Apr 28, 2014 | Dysautonomia
Are you a parent with a child who has Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome? It’s important to work with your child’s school medical personnel to make sure they’re aware of your child’s condition and can assist them during emergencies....
by Dr. Roderick Santa Maria | Apr 25, 2014 | Dysautonomia
How is P.O.T.S Diagnosed? When you suspect you may have P.O.T.S there are a variety of tests that your general physician or cardiologist can run to confirm the diagnosis. While there are a multitude of tests to confirm autonomic dysfunction—including bowel motility...