Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition where your heart rate increases significantly when you move from lying down to standing up, causing symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, and fatigue. It results from abnormal blood flow regulation, often due to issues with blood vessel tone or nerve signals that control circulation. POTS can be related to other conditions like dehydration or autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Though it primarily affects blood flow and heart rate, it doesn't usually affect your ability to think clearly. Managing POTS involves lifestyle changes, hydration, and sometimes medication under medical guidance.