At times you may feel very thirsty, nauseated, overheated and irritated. You may feel like you are about to faint. It gets difficult to walk or even to get out of the chair. The brain sends the signal to the heart to slow down, send blood to arms and legs and lower the blood pressure. […]
Posts with the orthostatic tag
Low Blood Pressure – Should You Be Concerned?
Blood pressure is the result of the flow of blood times the resistance in the blood vessels as the heart pumps out blood. Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into the arteries. When the heart is actively pumping blood, the pressure is at its highest and referred to as systolic pressure. Between beats, […]
What is Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome? Part Two
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome is a form of Dysautonomia. It is a life altering condition that results in a variety of symptoms; the most common being low blood pressure and a high heart rate. Thanks so much for watching!!!! Please help me spread awareness by showing people my videos and just talking about it! We […]
What is Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome? Part One
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome is a form of Dysautonomia. It is a life altering condition that results in a variety of symptoms; the most common being low blood pressure (orthostatic intolerance) and a high heart rate. To find out more, watch the video! I did my best to include as much information as possible – […]
Experiencing Postural orthostatic tachycardia (just look at the heart rates)
I am aware I am not taking the blood pressure correctly (esp while standing because the cuff is not even with my heart) it is the only way I am able to show you the change in my Heart Rate.