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How do you make the diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (pots)?
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SEVERAL BUT A : Tilt test helps quite a bit to rule it out.
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Heart rate changes: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (pots) is characterized by an abnormal heart rate increase with standing. Typically blood pressure does not change. Patients have a variety of symptoms including fatigue, dizziness and fainting.
Answered 7/22/2014
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