Netflix viewers have been questioning an uncommon medical condition after watching the true crime documentary 'The Crash', which features Mackenzie Shirilla. Shirilla, who was convicted of murder for deliberately crashing a car at 100mph, claims she was diagnosed with postural tachycardia syndrome (PoTS) in 2017 and that a 'medical emergency' caused the crash.
PoTS is a condition where the heart rate accelerates rapidly upon standing, often causing dizziness or light-headedness. The NHS states there is no cure, but symptoms can be managed through lifestyle changes or medication. Symptoms vary from mild to severe and may include dizziness, fainting, palpitations, fatigue, and brain fog.
In the UK, drivers must notify the DVLA about any medical condition that could affect driving, including tachycardia that has caused sudden dizziness or fainting in the previous 12 months. The documentary, now Netflix's top-ranked film, features Shirilla's first public statement on the incident, during which she maintained she has no memory of the crash.
