Since POTS mostly affects women of child-bearing age, there are often questions about how POTS will affect a pregnancy shortly after a POTS diagnosis. The good news is that many women with POTS have had little to no issues with their pregnancies. Research has shown that 60-70% of patients will actually see a decrease in POTS symptoms during pregnancy, still 30-40% of those do experience an increase in symptoms. So, to minimize the chances of issues and make the pregnancy more comfortable, it's best for those with POTS to educate themselves about how POTS can affect them and their baby, and then seek guidance from best POTS syndrome treatment they can find.
Typically, POTS doctors advise women who want children to get pregnant to do that sooner rather than later because of the greater chance of fetal complications that naturally become higher at higher ages. And as higher age increases the chance of miscarriage and inability to conceive, Additionally, one study from Vanderbilt University suggested that there may be also be a higher rate of gynecological disorders in women with POTS, like endometriosis and uterine fibroids. And if autonomic body systems aren't functioning correctly, this is likely to intensify the issues associated with getting pregnant later in life.
This is why, if you're wanting to get pregnant and feel like you might be having any of the common symptoms associated with POTS (lightheadedness, fainting, dizziness, fatigue, inability to exercise, nausea, sensation of an abnormal heartbeat, anxiety, or blurred vision), you definitely want to see a POTS specialist to determine if you have POTS or not, then if so, get the best treatment for POTS and allow them to advise you about your pregnancy. This will greatly help minimize any complications, which can be done by taking the right steps.
One great resource for guidance about POTS and any POTS-affected pregnancy is Dysautonomia-MVP Center, LLC in Birmingham, Alabama. Along with their new state-of-the-art autonomic disorder treatment center, Dr. Paula Moore and Dr. Susan Phillips bring over 40 years of combined experience with managing and improving POTS, dysautonomia, and mitral valve prolapse symptoms. If you're thinking of getting pregnant and have any sense of POTS-like symptoms, give them a call today and get the facts so that you and your baby have the best chance at health.
Dysautonomia-MVP Center, LLC
Accurate Diagnosis & Treatment for Better Results
2470 Rocky Ridge Road Vestavia Hills, Alabama
35243
(205) 286-3200
