andybonse Posted February 6, 2019 Report Share Posted February 6, 2019 When I'm really light headed, I find if I want some tiny relief I just breath in really deep and hold it. I assume its from increased pressure pushing blood upwards or something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistol Posted February 7, 2019 Report Share Posted February 7, 2019 I am not sure what the mechanism is behind it but I also improve from taking slow, deep breaths when I am in a hyper-POTS flare. I personally believe that it helps to calm down as well as help oxygenation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toomanyproblems Posted February 7, 2019 Report Share Posted February 7, 2019 Yes. It can stimulate the parasympathetic system and help stem the sympathetic surge you're feeling. That's why yoga, etc., helps. Also help with increased oxygenation of blood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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