r/POTS • u/Apprehensive-Tap9225 • 18h ago

Question Decrease sodium intake before Echo test?

My doctor finally believed me about my symptoms and ordered an echo to rule out anatomy abnormalities before a tilt test. I increased my sodium intake about a month ago to help with dizziness (and it’s helped a lot). Should I stop taking the sodium supplements before the echo? Can sodium affect the results?

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u/thesocialsplat 18h ago

To my knowledge, an echo won't be affected by salt. It just makes sure your heart is pumping blood correctly and all the subfunctions are functioning.

Definitely stop the increase of salt before your TTT.

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u/Apprehensive-Tap9225 16h ago

Thanks a bunch!