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I fainted in the shower. what could have been the reason?
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Not sure: If you used markedly hot water - it could have caused vasodialation. Did you drink alcohol beforehand? Did you bend down while in the shower& rise back up quickly (orthostatic BP changes)?
Answered 6/10/2014
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