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My POTS pack!
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items I was just recently diagnosed with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and these are the things I’ve found that really help me in my day-to-day!
Having a way to measure my BP at different times is fantastic! This way I can know if I need to up my salt intake, or stick to electrolyte-free water. This one in particular is great because it doesn’t take up too much room in my bag.
Metene Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor for Home Use, Large LCD Display, 99 x 2 ...
This gadget is a great and reliable way to check my pulse during high heart rate moments. I also love how convenient it is because it’s just slightly bigger than my fingertip, so it fits in practically any pocket.
LPOW Fingertip Pulse Oximeter, Oxygen Level Pulse Rate, Includes ...
Compression socks are great not only for my cold feet and poor circulation but also for the blood pooling that accompanies POTS. This helps the blood stay closer to my brain when I’m moving around a lot. Especially when I’m going from standing to sit...
Women's Compression Socks
Having a small, portable fan is a MUST. especially in the summer heat. I have really bad heat intolerance and so I need an easy way to cool down.
Vivitar Mini Portable Fan
I get some pretty bad headaches and joint pain thanks to my POTS and sometimes I need a little extra support, so having something like a travel sized ibuprofen container is a life saver!
Advil Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer Travel Size
I throw some over the counter iron tablets into my bag for the days that I am just dragging. I also have Anemia so I know that my iron can have a major influence on my motivation
Walgreens High Potency Iron Ferrous Sulfate Tablets (100 days)
I usually have a water bottle with electrolytes in it already but it doesn’t hurt to have some extra on hand in case I need it. These are the ones I keep in my POTS pack
Liquid IV
I try to keep a salty snack with me at all times in case I don’t feel like choking down and handful of salt. These crackers are great because you get a good mix of sweet and salty and they always give me a bit of a boost when I need it.
Club Crackers in Crackers - Walmart.com
I’m not sure if these symptoms are from my POTS but I frequently deal with joint pain and discomfort and so these patches really help to soothe those things. I bring a small pack around with me in case I notice a flare of these symptoms
Icy Hot Medicated Patch