10 Intestinal Blockage Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #9: Tachycardia
Tachycardia is a term used to describe heart rate exceeding more than 100 beats per minute. Some causes of tachycardia include anemia, alcohol consumption, adrenergic storm, anxiety, atrial fibrillation, caffeine consumption, fever, hypoglycemia, hyperthyroidism, infection, substance abuse, and pain.
In intestinal obstruction, tachycardia can be attributed to the pain associated with blockage. Other contributing factors include the possibility of fever and shock due to perforation. When associated with low blood pressure, there is also the possibility of shock.
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