symptom management for people with ME (myalgic encephalitis)/chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) - orthostatic intolerance

Last edited 11/2021 and last reviewed 11/2021

Symptom management for people with ME/CFS

Orthostatic intolerance

Be aware that people with ME/CFS may experience orthostatic intolerance, including postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).

Medicine for orthostatic intolerance in people with ME/CFS should only be prescribed or overseen by a healthcare professional with expertise in orthostatic intolerance.

Refer people with orthostatic intolerance to secondary care if their symptoms are severe or worsening, or there are concerns that another condition may be the cause.

Reference:

• NICE (October 2021). Myalgic encephalomyelitis (or encephalopathy)/chronic fatigue syndrome: diagnosis and management