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Can being constipated make your blood pressure go up?
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Possible: Any stress and discomfort may lead to rise in blood pressure.
Answered 9/20/2013
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Yes: Severe constipation and/or any other painful “stimulus” can cause hypertension.
Answered 9/19/2013
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