October Is Dysautonomia Awareness Month 💙
Spreading Awareness, Support, and Hope
Every October, the dysautonomia community comes together to raise awareness, educate others, and celebrate strength. For many people living with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and related conditions, this month is more than just awareness—it’s about being seen, heard, and understood.
🌎 What Is Dysautonomia?
Dysautonomia is a general term that describes a group of disorders affecting the autonomic nervous system (ANS)—the part of your body that controls automatic functions like heart rate, blood pressure, temperature regulation, and digestion.
There are several forms of dysautonomia, including:
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POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
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Orthostatic Intolerace (OI)
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Multiple System Atrophy (MSA)
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Familial Dysautonomia (FD)
Symptoms vary widely, but they often involve dizziness, rapid heart rate, fatigue, heat intolerance, and gastrointestinal issues. While dysautonomia affects an estimated 70 million people worldwide, it remains underdiagnosed and often misunderstood.
📅 POTS Awareness Day: October 25
As part of Dysautonomia Awareness Month, POTS Awareness Day—celebrated on October 25—shines a special light on the millions living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome.
It’s a chance for patients, caregivers, and advocates to share their stories, raise funds for research, and remind the world that POTS is real, impactful, and deserves recognition.
💙 How to Celebrate Dysautonomia Awareness Month
There are so many ways to participate, whether you live with dysautonomia or support someone who does. Here are a few ideas:
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Wear turquoise or blue – These colors represent dysautonomia awareness. Add them to your outfits, social media, or even your lights at home.
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Share your story – Post about your journey with POTS or dysautonomia using hashtags like #DysautonomiaAwarenessMonth and #POTSAwarenessDay.
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Educate others – Talk to friends, coworkers, and teachers about what dysautonomia is and how it affects people.
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Donate or fundraise – Support organizations like The Dysautonomia Project, Standing Up to POTS, Dysautonomia International, or local advocacy groups.
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Join virtual events – Many awareness walks and online panels take place throughout October.
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Rest and recharge – Advocacy is powerful, but pacing yourself is too. Awareness starts with self-care.
💧 Hydration and Daily Living with Dysautonomia
Hydration is a common topic in the dysautonomia community. While everyone’s needs are different, staying consistently hydrated is often part of how people manage their day-to-day wellness.
That’s where products like NormaLyte come in—developed by pharmacists for effective, everyday hydration. While NormaLyte doesn’t treat or cure any condition, it’s trusted by many who prioritize balanced hydration as part of their daily routine.
💬 Final Thoughts
Dysautonomia Awareness Month is about more than ribbons and hashtags—it’s about connection, understanding, and empowerment. Whether you wear turquoise, share your story, or simply check in on a friend who’s struggling, your participation makes a difference.
Together, we can bring visibility to the invisible and hope to the millions navigating life with dysautonomia every day.
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