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Can high sodium intake/levels in body cause bloating feeling & headache?

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Dr. Lonnie Smith answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Yes: They can increase fluid retention and headaches. Also will lead to electrolyte imbalance and other problems.

Dr Hammerstead and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/18/2017

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