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How is orthostatic intolerance/dysautonomia diagnosed when episodic? frequent episodes of low bps, lethargy, lightheaded, enough to effect life. this despite fluids and salt. tilt table will likely be normal since sx aren't daily. have stable lupus?

Q: how is orthostatic intolerance/dysautonomia diagnosed when episodic? frequent episodes of low bps, lethargy, lightheaded, enough to effect life. this despite fluids and salt. tilt table will likely be normal since sx aren't daily. have stable lupus?

: Tilt table and review meds you are taking for lupus that might be cause. Start with Drugs.com.

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Tilt table and review meds you are taking for lupus that might be cause. Start with Drugs.com.

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A member asked:

How is orthostatic intolerance/dysautonomia diagnosed when episodic? frequent episodes of low bps, lethargy, lightheaded, enough to effect life. this despite fluids and salt. tilt table will likely be normal since sx aren't daily. have stable lupus?

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