POTS: Lightheadedness and a racing heart- Harvard Health
Dr. Dara Lee Lewis
October 4, 2021

Part I: POTS: Lightheadedness and a racing heart- Harvard Health

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POTS: Lightheadedness and a racing heart - Harvard Health


In this article Dr. Lee Lewis will explain what’s known so far about the triggers and hallmark symptoms of POTS. In a later post, She will discuss diagnosis and treatment.


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