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What are the symptoms of a sensitive vagus nerve?

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Dr. Seth Zeidman answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Multiple: Patients with vagus nerve disorders may have a variety of symptoms, including low blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms, difficulty in swallowing and digestive problems.

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/31/2018

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