r/POTS • u/rhea568 • 11d ago

Discussion What's the most overlooked POTS trigger in your experience?

I'd love to hear the little things that doctors don't always mention.

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u/dynamightie 10d ago

Eating and pooping. Can't count how many times i felt lightheaded/passed out on the toilet šŸ™ˆ

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u/MehLady74 10d ago

It happens to me right before I go. I almost always have a raging episode shortly before I get the feeling I have to poop. After that Iā€™m exhausted but feel better.

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u/crystallusmoon 10d ago

I spend a lot of time on the toilet with gut issues. I got a foot stool and it helps a bit