...Opining about life because I can
July 30, 2011
POTS - Seriously?
My local cardiologist and EP Cardiologist seem to think I have some sort of autonomic nervous system disorder (POTS - Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) which is why my heart rate fluctuates between 60 and 130 with simple position changes.
An appointment at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Dysfunction Autonomic Center is being set up for me in the upcoming weeks.
I'm currently taking meds to stabilize the heart rate and exercising to strengthen lower body muscle and vascular resistance so the heart won't have to pump so hard to meet the physical demands of just "standing up". Something as simple as getting out of bed, standing after sitting in a chair or walking to the sink to brush your teeth can cause severe dizziness, elevated heart rate, fainting, nausea - and I've experienced them all (except fainting).
But God desires that we call those things that be not, as though they were. (Romans 4:17).
So today I ask you to join me in rebuking any sickness, infirmity or disorders of any kind in my body. I'm claiming optimal health, longevity, peace of mind, love of my family, fellow man and my Lord and Savior. - Amen and Thank you :')

