Glossary Term
POTS / Dysautonomia
Terms related to orthostatic symptoms and autonomic nervous system dysfunction.
Definition
POTS is one form of dysautonomia and can involve symptoms that worsen on standing. A qualified clinician should evaluate the pattern and other possible causes rather than rely on a directory label.
Why it matters here
Ask which clinician evaluates these symptoms, what testing is used, and when referral to another specialty is appropriate.