Definition of orthostatic
: of, relating to, or caused by an upright posture
- orthostatic hypotension
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Moriah has postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome – a chronic condition that causes an irregular heartbeat, circulatory problems, and in some cases, including hers, chronic fatigue and pain.
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Experts have a name for this fleeting condition: initial orthostatic hypotension (OH).
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Metro reports that Chloe, from Haslingden, Lancsashire, has postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.
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First Known Use of orthostatic
1902
Medical Dictionary
medical Definition of orthostatic
: of, relating to, or caused by erect posture
- orthostatic hypotension
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