Katie Ledecky sharing her POTS diagnosis
Five-time gold medalist Missy Franklin spoke with Fox News Digital about Katie Ledecky sharing her POTS diagnosis, a condition causing dizziness and exhaustion. POTS is a disturbance in the autonomic nervous system, leading to symptoms like fatigue, exercise intolerance, and fainting.
Key Points
- POTS causes dizziness, fainting, and exhaustion
- Treatment involves increasing water and salt intake, exercise, and medications
- People with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome are more susceptible to POTS
Pros
- Raising awareness about POTS
- Highlighting the challenges faced by athletes with health conditions
Cons
- No cure for POTS
- Patients may face severe limitations and disabilities