Pots postural orthastatic tachycardia syndrome

[defmunel]

As anyone ever been told they have GAD but it actually been pots?

I'm so afraid I have this. Someone please help!

[dazza]

You know what, I've never heard of this until now...

It doesn't sound particularly nasty. Tends to disappear in time.

Best get yourself checked if you think you have it.

[defmunel]

What articles are you reading about it? I'm terrified.

[dazza]

I read about it on Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Postural_orthostatic_tachycardia_syndrome

[dazza]

Of course, anxiety could absolutely mimic all of this...

[defmunel]

Yes, I read that one too and I'm frightened. Mine started after I had my first son. I'm thinking pregnancy caused it. And I'm pregnant again. I haven't specifically said "pots" to my dr, but I've told her about my hr, and how it increases upon standing. Shes never been concerned. I dot usually feel dizzy, or lightheaded. Maybe once every 6 mo. I'm afraid this is something I will die from, especially having another child. :(. Will you please tell me what a palpitation is? I wrote another post but no responses yet. Will you read it please?