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Odd question, i'll feel fine when waking then 10 minutes later have a bowel movement and after am dizzy and disoriented. eating doesn't help.

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Vasovagal reflex: Dizziness, and even fainting, with moving the bowels is due to a reflex of the involuntary(autonomic) nervous system called the Vasovagal reflex. This reflex causes the heart rate to slow and the blood vessels in the legs to dilate, both causing a lowering of the blood pressure. Avoiding straining at stool may help prevent this reflex. Stool softeners and increased fiber may help.

Answered 3/20/2021

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