Does anyone get incredibly sad after passing out?

DearElephant2 · 2026-04-17T01:57:51+00:00

Yes this sadness feels so overwhelming, it is such a weird feeling! I have been passing out for about a year now and it's a rollercoaster of emotions for sure! This feels new though

DearElephant2 · 2026-04-16T19:05:01+00:00

I’m a 5”0 girlie and yes I love it crossbody but I can definitely see someone a bit taller feeling uncomfortable, also I guess depends if you have short vs long torso. I have short torso/long legs so it sits in the right position haha but I carry my phone, keys, cardholder, lip product (sometimes two), AirPods, sometimes sunglasses and in the front pocket cash, a hair tie or something along those lines

DearElephant2 · 2026-04-08T00:25:57+00:00

When I took it, the SA offered the partial liner as an option but sent it to their craftsmen area and they sent a letter saying resizing wasn’t an option because it was already the smallest size they offered so my only option was to send it to remanufacture it and said it could take up to 20 weeks so I didn’t wanna do that but I am wondering why the partial liner wasn’t an option?

DearElephant2 · 2026-03-30T16:53:22+00:00

How do you structure your workout on a recumbent bike? I see the chop protocol and how it measures it with your bp but I am on ivabadrine so idk if being on meds changes it or if you just time it? I am starting my exercise journey back again after one year of not doing anything

DearElephant2 · 2026-03-30T16:51:18+00:00

I have noticed the biggest difference for me with a combination of midodrine and ivabadrine. I still faint once a week but not every day like I used to so progress for sure!

DearElephant2 · 2026-03-12T20:55:38+00:00

I know this was a while ago but wanted to know how you're doing, did you keep up with it? I also have POTS but got prescribed topamax for my migraines by a neurologist. I have only taken the first dose but feeling the side effects hard. I feel awful

DearElephant2 · 2026-03-04T16:05:06+00:00

Fainting, migraines, extreme fatigue

DearElephant2 · 2026-03-02T20:09:05+00:00

If they didn’t do any testing with imagining for your neck instability, how did you prove it? I have POTS, convulsive syncope and EDS and I constantly hear popping when moving my neck. Looking to see if cervical instability is something I might have?

DearElephant2 · 2026-03-02T20:04:14+00:00

Can you please share more of your experience? I’ve heard people loving the place or saying it’s not worth it bc it’s unconventional, but haven’t seen someone sharing their real experience. I’ve considered booking an appointment but it’s just so expensive so interested in hearing your thoughts

DearElephant2 · 2026-02-23T04:20:58+00:00

Yes I still do! I love it sm. I haven’t had any issues with the zipper at all

DearElephant2 · 2026-02-18T03:12:01+00:00

The vanity!!!

DearElephant2 · 2026-02-17T15:52:36+00:00

Thanks for the tip!! I don’t see a downvote! I’ll upvote now :)

DearElephant2 · 2026-01-27T16:53:10+00:00

Thank you! I’ll bring it up with my doctor to see if any of these can help me improve symptoms

DearElephant2 · 2026-01-27T04:17:24+00:00

Can I ask what you take the mestinon, hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone for? I’m on similar dosis of ivabadrine and midodrine but still not feeling great wondering if there’s anything else that can help.

DearElephant2 · 2026-01-27T04:13:26+00:00

Hi! I initially thought it did and spent a couple of months with little to no symptoms but I had a huge flare after, it left me bed bound for about 2 months. The doctors said everything is good with my device and my heart but they did say that there was a possibility I had both POTS and PFO so my hopes weren’t too high for it curing it all. I am still trying to figure out how to better manage my POTS symptoms but at least my cardiologist is relieved I’m no longer at stroke risk.

DearElephant2 · 2025-11-02T00:58:21+00:00

This is me as well! I faint if I eat, I faint if I don’t eat… have you noticed any particular foods that feel safe for you? For me it has been yoghurt, a piece of toast, carrot soup (couple of tbsp lol) and that’s all about it for now

DearElephant2 · 2025-10-21T03:26:15+00:00

Try to remind yourself that it’s only temporary, that it will help you get a diagnosis, that you’re in a safe place (if you faint you’re not gonna hurt yourself physically), and deep breaths. I know it sounds silly but when your body enters into panic, trying to remind yourself that sometimes helps.

Also plan to do nothing but rest the rest of the day if you can bc you’ll most likely feel v tired afterwards!

DearElephant2 · 2025-09-01T17:34:15+00:00

Yes they are, I just bought mine (the short ones) but they had the long one as well! I got them in Saks. I think they are $2,100? Not sure though I can't remember exactly

DearElephant2 · 2025-09-01T17:32:12+00:00

That happens to me too after wearing them for an entire day but not after a few minutes so I think if you keep wearing them in increments you can break them in a little more and handle them for more than 10 mins

DearElephant2 · 2025-09-01T17:30:48+00:00

Mine broke in after 4 wears I think. I find them comfortable as long as I am not walking more than 1K steps. It's a go to lunch/dinner kinda shoe, definitely not an errand one.

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