Webinar: Orthostatic Intolerance /Dysautonomia: the types, the tests and the treatment /lifestyle management protocols, Nov 10th 2021

Dr Jenny Butler, Consultant Physician - General Medicine, at Christchurch Hospital, is joining us online on Wed, 10th Nov 1.30pm to talk about Orthostatic Intolerance.

Many people with ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis /Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) experience triggering or worsening of symptoms when moving to and/or maintaining an upright posture (sitting or standing). This is known as orthostatic intolerance.

Symptoms of orthostatic intolerance can include frequent dizziness and light-headedness, palpitations, and feeling faint. Adolescents can be particularly affected by this..

https://www.meetup.com/Canterbury-Myalgic-Encephalomyelitis-and-CFS-Support-Group/events/281855117/

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