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Autonomic hyperreflexia is a reaction of the autonomic(involuntary) nervous system to overstimulation. This reaction may include high blood pressure, change in heart rate, skin color changes(paleness, redness, blue-grey... |
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Symptoms
Symptoms can include any or all of the following:Anxiety or apprehension (fear)Bladder or bowel dysfunctionBlurry vis...
Causes
The most common cause of autonomic hyperreflexia is spinal cord injury. In this condition, types of stimulation that ...
Tests
Dilated pupilsFlushed (red) skin above the level of the spinal cord injuryHigh blood pressureSlow pulse or fast pulse...
Treatments
This condition is life-threatening, so it is important to quickly identify and treat the problem. Proper treatment de...
Complications
Complications may occur as a result of side effects of medications. If the pulse rate drops severely, it can cause c...
Prevention
Prevention of autonomic hyperreflexia includes avoiding medications that cause this condition or make it worse. In pe...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of autonomic hyperreflexia.
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