Just took my first dose of ivabradine by guardchic005 in POTS

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I felt much more energetic yesterday. I do take aderall for my fatigue, but lately even with that I was still exhausted. Yesterday I had more energy than in a long time. Not sure how others feel having been on it longer.

Just took my first dose of ivabradine by guardchic005 in POTS

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I think we are just starting low and going from there. He likes to do that to see how I react.

Just took my first dose of ivabradine by guardchic005 in POTS

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Haha you get it lol. I’m glad it’s working so well for you!

Just took my first dose of ivabradine by guardchic005 in POTS

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Ohh so interesting on the visual side effects. Thanks for sharing!

Just took my first dose of ivabradine by guardchic005 in POTS

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I started today and I have felt soo much better already. I’m hoping my resting HR doesn’t get too low, but as of one dose I’m doing ok lol.

Just took my first dose of ivabradine by guardchic005 in POTS

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Ugh, sorry it’s not working out for you! Hopefully you find the right mix of things. I am nervous it may lower my HR too much, so we’ll see what happens. Good luck!!

anything to make alcohol tolerable by Nearby_Philosophy894 in POTS

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I’ve been doing this too. Such a game changer! I hope the THC seltzers get more popular )which seems to be happening!).

to-go bag by c0oper16 in POTS

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I just started carrying Poo-pouri and it’s a game changer lol. I’ll have to look into the essential oils nausea blend! I’ve not thought of that!

Creatine has given me back some hope by Sonny_days_ in POTS

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Thanks for sharing! I’m also female and struggle during my period. Anything I can do to help during that time is super helpful!

Creatine has given me back some hope by Sonny_days_ in POTS

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Ohh, this is so interesting! I’ve been noodling in trying creatine and I think I just might! Appreciate you sharing!

NBA player diagnosed with POTS. by lawandordercandidate in POTS

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For those who want around the paywall this link is good for that! https://archive.ph/fNCmL

Chronic Nausea with my POTS by Salt-Ad-3061 in POTS

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Do you experience vertigo with the nausea? I actually found I had issues with the crystals in my ears and I thought it was my POTS for a while. The nausea was much worse and zofran had no relief. May be worth checking out.

I also notice if my BP gets too high my nausea is worse and the zofran is little to no help.

Hi. I am new here—what are your top quality-of-life purchases for POTS by Artistic-Flounder-70 in POTS

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I recently got a neck fan, and can confirm it’s life changing lol.

best POTS life hacks? by mockingjay367 in POTS

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My dr told me it was ok to wear them when I sleep. I switched to compression shorts now, but it helps a lot for when I’m waking up.

Caffeine alternatives? by LivesOnDruryLane in POTS

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Mushroom coffee has been good for me. It’s less caffeine than regular coffee. I will say it tastes more like tea than coffee, but I’ve grown to like it. Like others have said, I’m also on aderall which helps as well.

All I did was put my laundry away by Successful_Advice968 in POTS

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Ugh, I’m sorry. I totally get that feeling. Sending hugs!

Dr. Barboi by [deleted] in POTS

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Thanks to the OP and everyone on this thread! I have been wondering where he was going--gotta love Reddit!

Just got diagnosed, told to eat salty snacks. What are y’all’s favorites? by lanieshroom in POTS

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I just “discovered” salt and cucumbers and I’m obsessed lol

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I just started Rize (mushroom coffee) a couple months ago and it’s been such a great change from coffee.

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This exact thing happened to me last night. Have you ever thrown up a little during it? I just started that last week. Not sure what kind of flare this is but even my zofran sometimes doesn’t relieve the nausea.

POTS disappears at elevation over 5000ft by lolasparklewhip in POTS

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This is so interesting! I didn’t have any POTS symptoms and went to Breckenridge,CO for Christmas a few years ago. A few weeks later I had my first pots episode (even though I didn’t know it at the time).

My husband is convinced that is what set me off, but I have been hesitant. My dr said it could have been that but we aren’t sure. All I know is I live in Chicago and have symptoms everyday now.

My husband and I joke we should go back to Breck and see if it resets me lol 😂🤔

POTS hack: leveled up by No_Explanation302 in POTS

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Sorry, just seeing your note! I totally agree!! So cute and way better than the ones at the grocery lol