Minimum Qualifications. 1  Two years of experience as a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) level 1 certified peace officer in a full-time position, whose job duties include armed duty with the power of arrest; or. 2  A minimum of sixty semester hours from an accredited college or university; or.
Parasitescan transmit diseases, such as Chagas, that can cause POTS symptoms. Some patients report developing POTS after having Lyme disease. Porphyriashave been associated with POTS symptoms (Stewart & Hensley, 1981). Porphyrias are rare, mainly genetic disorders that affect the body's ability to make hemoglobin. They are caused by deficiencies in enzymes involved in the synthesis of heme.
Patients experience an abnormal increase in heart rate (tachycardia) with position changes, which produces a dizzy spell that sometimes leads to fainting (syncope). Patients with POTS may complain about headaches, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, nausea and insomnia. Symptoms can be debilitating for many and challenging to treat. Teens may miss out on sports and social activities.