It took Jamie 12 years to be diagnosed with POTS after the onset of symptoms. She had "remissions" from symptoms in the early years that allowed her to become a firefighter and EMT, positions she can no longer manage. She is starting a new medication, and we hope that it helps her to feel better!
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