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For the past 1.5 years i have a very elevated h.r when standing only. had several testing, recently did a tilt test doc said it's not pots, any ideas?
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Volume depletion: Your body thinks you're dehydrated. Since pots has been excluded, try treating it with an expanded salt and fluid diet: (eat potato chips, peanuts, and pizza with plenty of water! ....Sigh, i wish i could be you!) good luck!
Answered 1/14/2014
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