People with POTS often also have autoimmune diseases, and similar connections are emerging in long COVID. While experts…
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People with POTS often also have autoimmune diseases, and similar connections are emerging in long COVID. While experts don’t classify either condition as an autoimmune disorder, evidence suggests the immune system may play a role in disrupting the nerves that regulate functions like heart rate and digestion. Researchers are now looking for the specific auto-antibodies behind this damage, which could reveal new targets for treating POTS and long COVID. Learn more at the link in bio. Photograph…
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