Suggest Treatment For Orthostatic Hypotension
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Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
I am sorry for the situation your daughter is in.
If I was her caring doctor would try to find out why she is having orthostatic hypotension. Therefore, many other examinations are needed for final conclusions:
- ECG, cardiac echo, Holter monitoring to rule out cardio-vascular problems
- neurological: need to get neurologically tested
- endocrine (metabolic): need to run several blood tests, biochemistry and hormonal profile
- TILT testing
Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed.
Meanwhile, I advise to:
- take Advil/caffeine or effedrin if Midodrine is not working
- increase the amount of dietary salt
- wear elastic socks (they are a type of special stocks used in these patients)
Hope it was of help! Wish fast recovery! Do not hesitate to write me back if you have further queries!
Dr.Benard