E38: POTS Diary with Sandy from New York

Episode 38 February 01, 2022 00:32:01
E38: POTS Diary with Sandy from New York
The POTScast
E38: POTS Diary with Sandy from New York

Feb 01 2022 | 00:32:01

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Cathy Pederson Jill Brook

Show Notes

Sandy is a physical therapist assistant, wife, and mother who developed POTS after a mono infection when she was 40. Despite the love and support of her family, she continues to struggle with managing her symptoms and is actively seeking treatment at Johns Hopkins. We hope that you will enjoy her story!

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