Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) with Jasmeet Kaur and Helen

Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) with Jasmeet Kaur and Helen Eftekhari, PoTS UK

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Helen Eftekhari is a specialist nurse in Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS), and Jasmeet Kaur has lived experience of the health condition. Our conversation discovers what PoTS is and how it affects the body, including the impact it has physically and mentally on patients who can be left with chronic pain, fatigue and anxiety. Helen and Jasmeet share their joint knowledge to inform ways to care for and manage flare-ups, and advice on how others can support patients. They also respond to questions about PoTS from the Sunflower community. If you are experiencing any issues discussed in this podcast please contact your GP or healthcare practitioner. For support: PoTS UKHosted by Chantal Boyle, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. Want to share your story? email [email protected]

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