My bagpipes dream landed me thousands of followers. A rare chronic illness left me unable to play
Summary
A 19-year-old named Katie Robertson, known online as the Wheeled Piper, gained many followers for her bagpipe playing but had to stop due to a chronic illness. She has been diagnosed with PoTS, a condition that causes high heart rates and other symptoms, hindering her ability to study music at Glasgow's Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Despite multiple visits to doctors, she struggled to get an accurate diagnosis and support.Key Facts
- Katie Robertson is 19 and lives in Carnoustie, Angus.
- She became popular online for playing the bagpipes.
- Katie was diagnosed with a chronic condition called PoTS (postural tachycardia syndrome).
- PoTS makes her heart rate increase, causing dizziness and making playing bagpipes difficult.
- Katie wants to study music at Glasgow's Royal Conservatoire but cannot due to her condition.
- She had a hard time getting a proper diagnosis and finding doctors familiar with PoTS in Scotland.
- Katie's diagnosis followed a two-week hospital stay after multiple doctor visits.
- She continues to search for effective support and treatment for PoTS.
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