They will want to assess you to ensure you are correctly diagnosed and receive treatment if necessary. There is emerging evidence that some people who develop long Covid have similar symptoms to people with PoTS. If you have PoTS-like symptoms after having Covid-19, you should let your doctor know. If you think you may have PoTS, make an appointment to see your GP. You may refer you to see a specialist for some tests. If you are still having symptoms despite making lifestyle adjustments your doctor may suggest trying a medication No single medication is used for the treatment of PoTS, but your doctor might suggest trying the following: can include ivabradine or a very small dose of beta-blocker to slow the heart rate, midodrine, which narrows the blood vessels, or fludrocortisone, which retains salt to increase your blood volume. Keep active daily, but pace yourself and take it gently if you need to. Compression clothing, such as support can be helpful. But it’s important to only do this if advised by your doctor as too much salt can be harmful for some people. raise the head of your bed so you’re not fully horizontal at nightĪ small number of people may be advised to increase the amount of salt in their diet.sit or stand up slowly when you’ve been lying down.There are lifestyle measures that can help improve symptoms, and some people may also be offered medication. While there is no cure for PoTS, it can often improve over time. Some people have mild symptoms, while others find it affects their quality of life. Our fortnightly Heart Matters newsletter includes the latest updates about coronavirus when you have a heart condition, as well as support for healthy eating, staying active and your emotional wellbeing. We’re here for you with information and support around coronavirus PoTS is caused by a problem in the autonomic nervous system, the body’s unconscious control system in charge of important functions such as heart rate and breathing. We don’t yet understand why this part of the nervous system doesn’t work the way it should in people with PoTS. When you move to an upright position the supply of blood to your heart and brain drops and your heart rate increases to compensate and to try and increase the blood flow. But if you have PoTS these automatic changes don’t happen. Normally when you sit up or stand up, gravity makes some of your blood flow downwards in your body, which can cause your blood pressure to drop. Your body responds by narrowing your blood vessels and slightly increasing your heart rate to prevent a fall in blood pressure and to maintain blood supply to the heart and brain. Postural tachycardia syndrome, also known as postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (PoTS), is a condition that causes an abnormal increase in your heart rate after sitting up or standing up. The most common symptoms are feeling lightheaded or dizzy, palpitations (being aware of your heartbeat) and fatigue. Can you explain what this condition is? Lesley Kavi GP and chair of PoTS UK says: 8, 2017.I’ve been diagnosed with postural tachycardia syndrome.
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