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Can constipation cause a vagal response (i.e. orthostatic bp)?

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Dr. Gopinath Upamaka answered

Syncope: Bearing down causing algal nerve stimulation and resulting low BP and hr. Hypotension and bradycardia can cause symptoms from dizziness to fainting or syncope.

Answered 6/14/2020

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