Pediatric Dysautonomias Presented by Dr. David S. Goldstein
In this video Dr. Goldstein presents the genetic and hereditary nature of most dysautonomias which occur in the early pediatric years. He also touches on types of autonomic disorder that may occur in adolescents.
Coat Hanger Phenomenon & The Pretzel Leg Sign
In this video Dr. Goldstein presents two common signs seen in the clinic that may be a clue there is an autonomic problem.
The Dysautonomia Universe
Dysautonomia is not one diagnosis but is a constellation of diagnoses that fall somewhere on the spectrum we call, “The Dysautonomia Universe.” The dysautonomia universe categorizes dysautonomias according to age group.
Why Are Dysautonomias Hard?
In this video Dr. Goldstein explains why autonomic medicine is not well understood in medicine today and addresses important aspects of autonomic medicine which are unique from other subspecialties.
How the Autonomic Nervous System Works
The nervous system of the body is by far the least understood of all body systems. It is made up of an overwhelmingly complex network of neurons electrically charged and dynamically changed by a vast number of chemical messengers produced in places all over the body.
A Letter to Family Members and Friends
Dear family member or friend, If the person you care about has been diagnosed with a form of dysautonomia (e.g., POTS, orthostatic hypotension, among others),
The ANS and Chemical Messengers
One of the most powerful chemical messengers of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) is adrenaline, also known in scientific communities as epinephrine. When called upon, this formidable chemical courses throughout the body via the bloodstream.
POTS and Depression: An Invisible Illness Affecting the Body and the Mind
POTS is a mind-body disorder. Neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine, dopamine, adrenaline, serotonin and acetylcholine, which help the nervous system to work, are often released abnormally in patients with POTS and can affect the mental state of the POTS patient.
