Orthostatic intolerance is a broad term that refers to a spectrum of dysautonomic disorders, including Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and Orthostatic Hypotension (OH). A key feature of orthostatic intolerance is the appearance of symptoms upon standing.
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is defined as a persistent increase in heart rate of 30 beats per minute (40 bpm in children) or more after a 10-minute change from supine to standing or sitting in the absence of OH. A heart rate of 120 bpm is commonly observed in POTS patients after repositioning. POTS primarily affects women of childbearing age. Patients with POTS and OH report debilitating symptoms including dizziness, tachycardia, presyncope, nausea, headache, difficulty concentrating, and memory problems.
An association between autoimmune diseases and orthostatic intolerance has been observed. Cases of patients with autoimmune OH have been published. In addition, about 20% of POTS patients have been diagnosed with commobid autoimmune disease (Hashimoto's thyroiditis, celiac disease, Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, etc.).
The diagnosis of orthostasis intolerance is used:
1. Questionnaires (COMPASS-31, Malmo POTS score);
2. Passive orthostasis test;
3. In the absence of a passive orthostasis test, the NASA lean test can be performed, which is performed using a blood pressure monitor and pulse oximeter. During this test, how the patient's well-being and vital signs change after standing up and leaning their shoulders against the wall is monitored.
4. Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Blood tests to rule out co-morbidities.
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In @antalgija we started upload information to our website about #LongCovid
In Lithuania it's not very common topic so that's why we try to inform our patients community about it.
First topic is availabe to read.
Enjoy!🤗
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Long COVID is a chronic illness that occurs after a SARS-CoV-2 infection and lasts at least three months. It encompasses a variety of symptoms or conditions that may improve, worsen, or persist over time. After recovering from COVID-19, regardless of its severity, patients often notice that symptoms can remain for several months.
The most common long COVID symptoms include:
-Severe #fatigue, especially after activity (#Post-exertional malaise – PEM)
-Memory problems often referred to as “brain fog”
-#Dizziness or #lightheadedness
-#Orthostatic intolerance symptoms (rapid, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, etc.)
Persistent COVID symptoms may also be treatable, so it’s important to consult your healthcare provider.
Long COVID is a serious health condition that should not be ignored.
Occupational therapy may help with long COVID symptoms.
Our Family Doctor Kristina Lebedevaite @KLebedevaite is interested in conditions that are still not fully understood like Long COVID.
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Please get to know our family doctor Kristina Lebedevaite @Klebedevaite.
When do you need a remote Kristina consultation?
- It is convenient when your health condition does not allow you to attend an in-person consultation.
- If you have questions about specific actions related to healthcare services (specialist consultations, tests, etc.).
- If you have short, specific questions regarding blood test results and want the doctor’s advice on what to do next.
- If you feel good but need to renew prescriptions for medications (our prescriptions are valid throughout Europe).
- If you have questions about prevention, vaccinations, recommendations for dietary supplements, nutritional advice, etc.
Our family doctor Kristina Lebedevaite continuously deepens her knowledge through European and US conferences and seminars. She is interested in disease prevention, vaccination nuances, and healthy living. Kristina also focusses on the treatment of chronic diseases and polypharmacy. Additionally, she is interested in conditions that are still not fully understood (Long COVID, ME/CFS, Dysautonomia, POTS, etc.).
There’s no need to waste time traveling to the clinic and sitting at the waiting room. You can calmly wait at home until the doctor contacts you.
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I'm so happy to be here in 2nd
#canadiansymposium on #LongCovid . I wish we could have event like this in Lithuania one day🙏🙏🤞
It's very important to talk about it because is still #neglecting! I'm trying to raise my knowledge as much as I could!
This #WorldMentalHealthDay the topic is mental health at work & burnout.
For people with #LongCovid this is an emotional issue as many can't work & others have been pushed out of work. Check out our resources here
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Still can’t get enough of the ankle? Look back at:
Ankle Sprain History Does Not Significantly Alter Single- and Dual-Task Spatiotemporal Gait Mechanics
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