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Hello, Does anyone have recommendations for a Dr. in the Memphis area that treats POTS? I am willing to do some travel if I have to. I have been to Vanderbilt, but, it is not designed to treat and follow, but seemed just for research. However this was in 2001. If anyone has news please pass it on

Hello, Well I hope I don't get 86ed from this network for this suggestion! This is my first post here. I have what is seemingly gastroparesis, self-diagnosed after years of seeing patients with it and reading , and having some understanding of how the ANS effects the gut. No, I have not let the M.D.s have a crack at this because its not my chief-beef and I get tired of going to them for my most pressing needs, oh say, things like a life-sustaining blood pressure. I use marijuana for this, but only on occasion. This is legal in my state, (CO). Yes, it has side effects like many drugs, but they are short-lived. Benefits include: instantaneous releif from nausea, quick relief from constipation, (although I agree with the other posts that the best prevention of constipation is a good fiber-rich diet and avoiding refined foods), and paradoxically, for me the drug is activating. So, there you have it; I hope you'll still allow me to play with you guys now that Ive divulged my wickedness. Could anyone tell me how to use an emoticon? I wanted to add one just then, maybe that little guy smirking with the dark glasses. (Ann, Nina edited your post. You can use the emoticons by clicking on the one you want in the left margin--it will automatically insert that item where ever you are in your typing )