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I was diagnosed with pots i can't tolerate beta blockers or florinef (fludrocortisone) what are some other options and is orthostatic hypo normal with pots?
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Lifestyle and meds: Pots can vary in severity from one patient to the other. Treatment at times require more than medication to control symptoms. Keeping well hydrated and applying pressure stockings along with avoiding triggers (hot weather, hot showers) are paramount. Please read the following article for more info good luck http://podcasts.Mayoclinic.Org/2008/04/23/postural-orthostatic-tachycardia-syndrome-pots.
Answered 8/3/2013
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