Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) Symptoms
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What are the symptoms of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)?
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High/low blood pressure
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High/low heart rate; racing heart rate
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Chest pain
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Dizziness/lightheadedness especially in standing up, prolonged standing in one position, or long walks
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Fainting or near-fainting
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Exhaustion/fatigue
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Abdominal pain and bloating, nausea
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Temperature deregulation (hot or cold)
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Nervous, jittery feeling
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Forgetfulness and trouble focusing (brain fog)
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Blurred vision
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Headaches and body pain/aches (may feel flu-like); neck pain
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Insomnia and frequent awakenings from sleep, chest pain and racing heart rate during sleep, excessive sweating
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Shakiness/tremors especially with adrenaline surges
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Discoloration of feet and hands
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Exercise intolerance
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Excessive or lack of sweating
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Diarrhea and/or constipation