u/Light_of_Ra

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How do you deal with showering / hygiene?

I developed POTS around 3 years ago after an intense gastro-intestinal illness that went untreated. Since then, taking a shower has become an absolute nightmare. Most likely because of the vasodilation, my heart rate spikes and I get extremely dizzy. Thankfully I no longer pass out, but the dizziness still feels intolerable. I have already tried showering with lukewarm water, sitting down while showering, which helps minimally, but I still get symptoms every time. I avoid showering daily because of this. Have you found anything that helps ease your symptoms? I have Hyperadrenergic POTS if that helps.

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u/Light_of_Ra — 3 days ago