Waking up exhausted, dizzy, or completely drained? You're not alone—and you're not imagining it. For people with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), mornings are often the hardest part of the day. This blog post explains why symptoms tend to spike after waking (hint: fluid loss, poor sleep, and nervous system dysregulation), and offers practical strategies—from hydration tweaks to movement tips—that can make mornings more manageable. Even small changes can lead to big relief.

Someone with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) might look perfectly fine on the outside—but inside, their body is working overtime just to function. From brain fog and rapid heart rate to crushing fatigue and gastrointestinal (GI) distress, POTS symptoms are often hidden but profoundly disabling. This blog post sheds light on what POTS can really feel like behind the scenes and why believing and supporting those who live with it matters more than ever. If you’ve ever felt unseen in your illness—or want to better understand someone who has—this is essential reading.

Hydration plays a critical role in managing postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) symptoms—but your body doesn’t always shout when it’s running low on fluids. From darker urine and dry mouth to sudden fatigue, headaches, or a racing heart, subtle signs of dehydration can make POTS symptoms worse. In this blog post, we break down what to look for, why hydration matters so much for people with POTS, and how learning your body’s unique cues can help you stay one step ahead.

For people with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), brain fog isn’t just a nuisance—it can derail your ability to think, work, study, or even hold a conversation. This blog post breaks down why cognitive symptoms like memory lapses, confusion, and mental fatigue are so common in POTS, and how they can show up even when you’re not upright. If your thoughts feel slow, scattered, or stuck in a haze, you're not imagining it—and you're not alone.

A new postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) diagnosis can feel like being dropped into unfamiliar territory—with too much information, not enough guidance, or both. Overwhelm is common. In this blog post, we talk honestly about what the early days really feel like, why there’s no one-size-fits-all treatment plan, and how learning to manage POTS is a gradual process that takes patience, trial and error, and self-compassion. If you’ve just been diagnosed and don’t know where to start—you’re not alone, and this is a good place to begin.

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) doesn’t always play fair—or follow a predictable schedule. Symptoms can hit hours or even days after a trigger, leaving many patients confused and frustrated. In this post, we explore why POTS often operates on a delay, how to find the hidden patterns behind your flares, and why managing this condition is more about consistency than perfection. If you’ve ever wondered why you feel worse after a good day, this could be the insight you’ve been missing.

“Just drink more water” oversimplifies what it really takes to manage hydration with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). For many, staying hydrated involves careful timing, electrolyte balancing, and navigating physical discomfort like nausea, bloating, and constant bathroom trips. In this post, we break down why hydration is one of the most crucial—but most misunderstood—parts of POTS care, and how something as basic as drinking fluids can become a daily obstacle. If you’ve ever felt like hydration is more of a battle than a fix, this blog post will hit home.

Despite affecting millions, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) remains one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed conditions. In this blog post, we debunk common myths, share powerful new research (including a 2025 study showing post-COVID surges), and clarify why POTS is not caused by anxiety. Backed by peer-reviewed data and NIH recognition, this information breaks down how delayed diagnosis is still the norm.

Pelvic Venous Insufficiency (PVI) is an underrecognized condition that may silently worsen symptoms in people with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). From chronic pelvic pain and leg swelling to urinary issues and painful periods, PVI overlaps with symptoms many POTS patients already face. In this blog post, we explore PVI symptoms, how to get properly diagnosed, and new research showing how treatment—like vein embolization or iliac stenting—might improve quality of life. If you've hit a wall with your POTS care, this is one emerging link you don’t want to miss.

While tachycardia or a racing heartbeat is a hallmark of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), it’s not always the symptom patients find most disruptive—or even notice at all. For many, fatigue, dizziness, brain fog, or gastrointestinal (GI) distress steal the spotlight. This mismatch between textbook symptoms and real-life experience can lead to missed or delayed diagnoses. In this blog post, we break down why tachycardia isn’t always front and center—and what that means for patients navigating the diagnostic maze.