What’s the best sleeping position to prevent blood pooling?
My worst POTS symptom is blood pooling, specifically to my stomach because it makes my blood pressure extremely low. I have to keep my legs raised til they fall asleep and then hang my head off the edge of my bed just to get enough blood flow to my brain. I’ll return to a standard laying position afterward, just on my back or my side, but then my
blood immediately pools back into my stomach, making me extremely uncomfortable and even nauseous. Do any of you have this issue when lying in bed as well? And if so, what’s the best sleeping position to prevent blood from pooling back into my stomach? I’d love to hear what has worked for you, as my other research has gotten me nowhere. Also, just for transparency, I am currently waiting for my tilt table test so I am not officially diagnosed, but I am 99% certain; POTS runs in my family as well. Thanks in advance for any advice!!