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faebee

1y ago

Low cost ways to manage POTS in the heat?

do people have tips for low cost ways to manage POTS, especially in the heat? supplement brands, methods of cooling, adapting activities so I can do them without getting up and down, anything along those lines!

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NewYork

1y ago

Portable neck fans, portable camping fans, frog togs, hats, instant cooling gel packs, loose clothes
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Beetlejuul

1y ago

Along the lines of the Alike Wisdom answer I use the emergency ice packs all the time, if I’m at home I have regular ice packs. I always bring my water bottle if I’m gonna be out longer than an hour, investing in an insulated bottle is so much nicer than a plastic one. If you struggle with hyperhidrosis I’d look at extra strength deodorant or even a prescription one. I bring a cane sometimes to help with the dizziness associated with heat and standing

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