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Everytime i have a bowel movements i get a sharp pain at the back of my head. what can i do to prevent this from reoccurring?

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Dr. Marc Taormina answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Constipation: You are likely straining to have a BM - headaches can occur from straining to due to increased pressure in the veins in your head.

Answered 2/9/2015

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A member asked:

Everytime i have a bowel movements i get a sharp pain at the back of my head. what can i do to prevent this from reoccurring?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marc Taormina answered

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