Aryn on athletics, adapting and advocating for oneself

Aryn on athletics, adapting and advocating for oneself

Author: Standing Up to POTS, Inc. April 14, 2026 Duration: 39:51
Aryn was a serious college athlete when her POTS developed, and in this episode she shares how she has adapted and how despite having world class cardiology care for her symptoms, her diagnosis would have been missed if it hadn't been for another POTS patient recognizing her symptoms and then Aryn's specifically asking for a tilt table test. If you liked this episode, we hope you will click subscribe so that you don't miss an episode. If you are so moved, donations are accepted to help to support our production costs  https://www.standinguptopots.org/donate Tell us what you think of The POTScast or send us your idea at info@standinguptopots.org! Find out more about Standing Up to POTS! Check us out on our Website: www.standinguptopots.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/standinguptopots/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/standinguptopots/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/POTSActivist Pintrest: https://www.pinterest.com/TheStandingUpToPOTS/ Medical Disclaimer: The information provided here is not intended to serve as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have health related issues, please contact a qualified health professional to get the personalized assessment, advice, and treatment that you need. Standing Up to POTS will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or other damages arising from the use of this podcast.

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