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CASE EXAMPLE:
A 57 year old man presented complaining of lightheadness on standing and a pressure sensation in the back of his neck (on standing). Other medical problems included a low thyroid. Blood pressure was 90/65 standing vs 130/80 supine (on medication). This documents a significant orthostatic hypotension. A sweat test showed about 50% anhidrosis. Norepinephrine level was about 30 units lower supine than upright. He was diagnosed as having neurogenic orthostatic hypotension. Present treatment includes Proamatine (mitodrine) 10 mg TID, salt supplements, and erythropoetin.
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