Connecting the Dots Between EDS and POTS - Presented by Dr. Satish R. Raj and Dr. Peter C. Rowe

This joint webinar presented by Dr. Satish R. Raj and Dr. Peter C. Rowe discusses the intersection of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Dr. Raj provides an overview of POTS, detailing its symptoms, pathophysiology, and frequent misdiagnoses, emphasizing the role of a chronic disorder with significant functional disability due to excessive tachycardia upon standing. He touches on various potential underlying mechanisms including mast cell activation, neuropathic problems, blood volume regulation issues, and potential antibodies. Dr. Rowe explores EDS and its types, with a focus on hypermobile EDS and its relation to orthostatic intolerance, noting the frequent occurrence of POTS in this population. Together, the experts highlight the overlapping symptoms between these conditions. Management strategies combining exercise, pharmacological treatment, and lifestyle adjustments are discussed as part of an effective approach to improving quality of life for these patients.