POTS Triggers with Dr. Cathy Pederson

In this podcast episode, host Jill Brook and guest Dr. Cathy Pederson discuss various triggers that can lead to the onset of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Dr. Pederson, a neurobiology expert, explains that POTS can be triggered by multiple factors such as infections (like COVID-19 and Lyme disease), physical traumas (such as concussions and surgeries), hormonal changes during puberty and pregnancy, and vaccinations (notably HPV and COVID vaccines). She elaborates on how these triggers might influence the body's systems—especially the autonomic nervous system, blood volume, and pressure—potentially leading to POTS. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding these triggers for developing better-targeted treatments for POTS patients.