Katherine Bachenberg

Most people expect that finally getting a POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) diagnosis will be the turning point. You finally have a name for what’s happening… so why do you still feel awful months or even years later? You are not alone—and it doesn’t mean you’re “doing it wrong” or “not trying hard enough.” This post walks through the biggest reasons POTS patients stay symptomatic even after diagnosis , what the research shows, and practical steps you can take next ...

💊 Beta Blockers for POTS: What the Research Shows & Who They Help Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) affects millions of people and often leads to rapid heart rate, dizziness, fatigue, and brain fog when standing. While there is no FDA-approved medication specifically for POTS , beta blockers remain one of the most widely studied off-label treatments. At Galene Health Clinic in Bellingham, WA , we specialize in POTS and autonomic disorders, offering both in-person care and...

Research and clinical experience show a strong overlap between POTS, hEDS, and MCAS. Some studies suggest up to 30–50% of people with POTS may also have features of EDS or MCAS.