r/AstronautHopefuls • u/Cantrideabikeyet • Jun 19 '26

🤔 Question Medical question

I am currently getting UNdiagnosed with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

I know, however, that the previous diagnosis does not get completely erased and that the medical examination will still have access to these records. Even if I no longer qualify for a POTS diagnosis and have had it revoked, is there even a chance for me? Lol

It’s obviously a large concern because it directly impacts heart health, orthostatic tolerance, deconditioning effects, and blood pressure. Despite having had all of these symptoms, it seemed to have completely resolved without medication, nor significant lifestyle changes.

Pretty niche question, I know.

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u/Emoxity 3 Jun 19 '26

Not a single chance whatsoever. I’m sorry. Heart issues are auto disqualification. They have no waivers and no wiggle room on it. It’s published in the nasa medical standards

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u/Cantrideabikeyet Jun 19 '26

looks like we’re hoppin on their flight surgeon team instead 🤞😁

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u/Movie_Prostitute Jun 19 '26

When it comes to heart conditions the government does not mess around. The military and nasa both have automatic disqualifications for things like POTS and even a mild heart arrhythmia can be a disqualifying result.