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 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 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...
by Dr. Roderick Santa Maria | Dec 3, 2013 | Dysautonomia
Our next support group will take place on Saturday December 7th at 10:00AM at Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s Education Center. Interested attendees are welcome to attend both in person and through our webinar. Directions to the center can be found here. To come...
