Dysautonomia & POTS warriors: This list is for you :)
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Hydration Essentials
Compression Socks that are ACTUALLY cute
Medical Devices
Compression Garments
Cute Things because being sick, sucks!
Symptom Solutions
Hydration Essentials
Hydration is key with POTS/Dysautonomia. Balancing water intake and salt intake is sometimes guess work. Here are some of our favorites that we find most helpful!
Hydration with POTS/Dysautonomia is all about balancing electrolytes and water intake. If you’re having a flare, sometimes salt can fix it. These are a must to keep on hand.
Venture Pal Electrolyte Tablets, 80 Ct, Sugar-Free
These are my daughter’s absolute favorite. We have to keep them in stock, always!
She loves this flavor. This brand was recommended to us by a family member who is a registered nurse.
Waterboy Weekend Recovery Hydration Powder Packets, Blue Raspberry, 5 Count
The PERFECT size for mixing up electrolytes and its leak proof.
HydroJug Kids 20oz Insulated Water Bottle
Keep that water ICE cold. Hydration is key in management, hydrate but make it cute!
DIGJUPER 64OZ Insulated Water Bottle w/ Paracord Handle
Compression Socks that are ACTUALLY cute
Okay, so you need compression socks. They don't have to be ugly. Here are some of the cutest we have found. MUK LUKS are a staple favorite for my daughter.
This is her FAVORITE brand! She swears by these.
MUK LUKS Women's Cotton Compression Socks
These are adorable, not her favorite brand but they could be yours!
6 Pairs 15-20mmHg Compression Knee Socks
Her favorite brand and favorite color. These are must haves!
Compression Socks for Women Circulation Knee High 6 Pairs for Nurses, Running, Travel, Athletic，L/XL-Style 14
Medical Devices
Everything is always out of whack. Use this list as a guide to keep track of all of the things.
She uses this daily. She doesn’t leave the house without it.
Fingertip Pulse Oximeter with Lanyard
This is a must have for Dysautonomia. Having accurate records of your blood pressures for your visits with cardiologists and rheumatologists is essential.
iHealth Track Smart Upper Arm BP Monitor
Toss this in your purse or cross body, just in case!
Fast Accurate Thermometer for Adults & Kids
Keep this one at home within reach. Sometimes your struggling person is not susceptible to having an oral temp taken, this is an easy and accurate way to assess temp, even while they are sleeping.
Forehead Digital Infrared Thermometer with Fever Alarm
Loop these onto your bag. This way, if you go down in public, people may see it and know to call for help and what may be going on.
pinklilycare I Have POTS Medical Alert Keychain
Compression Garments
We find these to be helpful during flares to keep her more comfortable.
Sometimes your body needs a hug and these are perfect for that!
Go2 Compression Leggings Womens Blue High Waist with Tummy Control and Pocket (Navy Blue,Large) - Walmart.com
Pockets? Yes please. We also love the color options!
NELEUS Womens Compression Yoga Leggings for Workout High Waist Tummy Control with 2 Pockets,Light Blue+Light Purple+Light Pink,US Size XL - Walmart.com
These aren’t specifically cute or anything, but they can be layered and offer good compression.
Medical Compression Pantyhose 20-30mmHg Black L
Great color options and comfy compression tops for layering. They also provide warmth in the winter to help with temperature control.
NebuKinex 5 Pack Women's Compression Long Sleeve Tops
The PERFECT daily undershirt.
ATTLADY Women's Compression Tank Tops, Tummy Control
Perfect layering tops in short and long sleeves in basic black and white.
TELALEO 4 Pack Women's Compression Shirt
Great color combos for basic tees for compression.
Dalavch 4 Pack Women's Compression Crop Tops
Cute Things because being sick, sucks!
Represent yourself and your battles in the cutest way
Toss your small medical devices into this, it’s a cute way to store things with a little humor sprinkled in.
G2TUP POTS Makes Me Salty Makeup Bag
Sick days suck, give them something to do that doesn’t require all of their spoons.
Flare But Fabulous: POTS Warrior Coloring Book
Toss your medical gear in here for outings.
PWHAOO Dysautonomia Awareness Tote Bag
This shirt is adorable. It laces humor and awareness in one!
Standing Is My Cardio Dysautonomia T-Shirt
Another adorable cute tote bag. You can never have too many tote bags!
XYANFA POTS Awareness Tote Bag Medical Gift
Symptom Solutions
Here are some of our favorite items to combat the symptoms that plague our girl
Headaches are common and this is something that is frequently used in our home.
Migraine Relief Cap Ice Head Wrap & Mask
Temperature control is a huge issue and portable fans are a MUST!
Diveblues TurboBear Portable Handheld Fan
Can’t sleep? Add these at night to help set your mind at ease as a supplement. It also helps with bone health!
CANLIST Magnesium Glycinate 450mg, 90 Caps
Overheating is a huge problem. This is a helpful solution for that. It doesn’t fix it, of course, but it does help.
Arctic Air Neck Chill Cooling Tube 3 Pack
Summer must have if you live in the south!
Ice Vest Cooling Vest with 26 Ice Packs
Temperature control is an issue year round. Keep one of these on hand!
JET'S HOME Heated Blanket 50x60 Pink
Going places? You never know when you’ll catch a chill. Keep this with you, just in case!
Portable Cordless Heated Blanket, 3 Heat Settings, 58x38, USB Rechargeable
Heavy symptom day? These aren’t cute but they are essential for blood flow if you’re having to bed rot!
Wukang 2 Pairs Compression Stockings for Women & Men,20-30mmHg Thigh High Compression Socks,Open Toe Medical Compression Socks with Silicone Dot Band - Walmart.com
Keep track of your symptoms and carry this to your doctor’s visits.
