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A member asked:

Is prune juice safe to try for constipation in someone with hugh blood pressure?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Yes, it shouldn't affect blood pressure.

Dr Heller and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: Talk to doc or dietician. You have asked questions re: acid reflux, high blood pressure, and constipation. Sounds like your diet needs to be evaluated and rxd (much more likely than some rare disorders responsible for the above-but should be checked out).

Dr Stern agreed

Answered 1/15/2014

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