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About Pots Center Nj
What is POTS?
What is POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)?
POTS is a condition that causes an abnormal increase in heart rate when moving from lying down to a standing position. This increase in heart rate is typically more than 30 beats per minute or over 120 beats per minute within 10 minutes of standing. It can be accompanied by other symptoms like dizziness, fainting, fatigue, brain fog, and gastrointestinal issues.
What are the symptoms of POTS?
- Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia) when standing
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Fainting or near-fainting episodes
- Fatigue
- Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
- Headaches
- Gastrointestinal problems (e.g., bloating, nausea)
- Sleep disturbances
- Sweating abnormalities
How is POTS diagnosed?
Diagnosing POTS involves a combination of medical history, symptom review, and specific tests. Some of the primary testing methods include:
- Tilt Table Test:
- This is the primary diagnostic test for POTS. The patient is strapped to a table that tilts from a horizontal to a vertical position while heart rate and blood pressure are monitored.
- If the heart rate increases abnormally (more than 30 beats per minute) within 10 minutes of standing, it may indicate POTS.
- Active Stand Test:
- This test is done by having the patient stand up for 10 minutes while heart rate and blood pressure are monitored. It helps assess the autonomic response to upright posture.
- Blood Tests:
- Blood work can be used to rule out other conditions like anemia or thyroid dysfunction that might mimic POTS symptoms.
- 24-Hour Holter Monitor:
- This is a portable ECG monitor worn by the patient to check for abnormal heart rhythms over a 24-hour period.
- Autonomic Function Testing:
- This includes tests to assess the function of the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary bodily functions like heart rate and blood pressure.
- Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Testing:
- This test looks at the variation in time between heartbeats to assess autonomic nervous system function.
Comprehensive Care for POTS
Treatment for POTS is highly individualized, depending on the severity of symptoms and the patient's response to various interventions. It often requires a multidisciplinary approach, including but not limited to:
- Cardiologists
- Neurologists
- Autonomic specialists
- Physical therapists
- Dietitians
With proper treatment and management, many people with POTS can improve their symptoms and lead a more active life. However, the process often involves trial and error, as different treatments work for different people.
If you think you might have POTS, it is crucial to consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation and to develop a personalized treatment plan.
About our Physician and team Center
How will the pots center nj help me?
Dr. Victor J. Mazza specializes in POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and autonomic dysfunction by leveraging his extensive background in cardiology and electrophysiology. These fields provide him with a deep understanding of how the heart and autonomic nervous system work, which is essential for diagnosing and treating conditions like POTS, where patients experience abnormal heart rate and blood pressure regulation when standing.
His specialization in Cardiology allows him to focus on the cardiovascular system, which is critical in POTS. With this expertise, he can evaluate and manage heart rate abnormalities, arrhythmias, and other cardiovascular factors that can contribute to autonomic dysfunction.
His expertise in Electrophysiology further enhances his ability to understand and treat abnormal electrical activity in the heart, which is important for assessing how the autonomic nervous system affects heart rhythms, especially in POTS patients. This knowledge also helps him monitor heart function and manage conditions that might overlap with autonomic dysfunction, such as tachycardia or arrhythmias.
What truly sets your doctor apart is his compassionate approach and focus on individualized care. By prioritizing the unique needs of each patient, he ensures that treatment plans are tailored to manage the specific symptoms and challenges they face with POTS and autonomic dysfunction by working with a multi-disciplinary team who perform various testing that is needed. His passion for providing compassionate care means that he likely spends time listening to his patients, addressing their concerns, and offering emotional support alongside medical treatment.
This combination of technical expertise in cardiology and electrophysiology, alongside a commitment to compassionate, personalized care, makes POTS CENTER NEW JERSEY highly specialized and effective in treating POTS and autonomic dysfunction.