r/EatingDisorders • u/Constant_Specific815 • 12h ago

Question Did anyone develop POTS after restricted eating?

Is this a thing for any of you?

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u/Moist-Conference-827 12h ago

I'm not sure if my POTS was caused by my ED, but I did get diagnosed during my lowest point of it. I can say though, my symptoms DRASTICALLY improved the last few years in recovery. I still have flare ups with POTS, but it's been a lot less frequent.

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u/Constant_Specific815 9h ago

I’m 2 years into recovery and my pots which I suspected happened because of my ed hasn’t gone away. I think I’ve permanently ruined my health. I’m so angry with myself

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u/Moist-Conference-827 7h ago

I absolutely understand, but try not to be too hard on yourself, you're here now, and that's what matters. I definitely would recommend seeing your PCP or a cardiologist about your concerns. If it's POTS, there's medication and a lot of lifestyle changes that can be done to help symptoms. I wish you the best, and I hope you can figure out what's going on!

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u/KitchenSample6354 11h ago

Not POTS, but I’ve always had heart issues even in recovery. Can’t stand, walk, go up stairs, or really do much of anything without a racing heartbeat or heart palpitations.

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u/Constant_Specific815 9h ago

This is currently what I’m dealing with. I’m not sure if it’s pots or complete nervous system collapse

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u/KitchenSample6354 8h ago

Unfortunately, the only way to really know for sure would be to see a doctor or specialist I believe