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An online anonymous self-report study found that 80% of respondents always experienced the symptom cluster involving fatigue, insomnia, irritation, and concentration difficulties. [ 8 ] The symptoms usually begin within 30 minutes of ejaculation , [ 5 ] and can last for several days, sometimes up to a week. [ 4 ]
Low blood pressure and a fast heart rate after the event may indicate blood loss or dehydration, while low blood oxygen levels may be seen following the event in those with pulmonary embolism. [1] Routine broad panel laboratory testing detects abnormalities in <2–3% of results and is therefore not recommended. [20]
Palpitation associated with light-headedness, fainting or near fainting suggest low blood pressure and may signify a life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmia. Palpitation that occurs regularly with exertion suggests a rate-dependent bypass tract or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. If a benign cause for these concerning symptoms cannot be found at the ...
Carotid sinus syncope is due to pressure on the carotid sinus in the neck. [2] The underlying mechanism involves the nervous system slowing the heart rate and dilating blood vessels, resulting in low blood pressure and thus not enough blood flow to the brain. [2] Diagnosis is based on the symptoms after ruling out other possible causes. [3]
Lightheadedness is a common and typically unpleasant sensation of dizziness [1] or a feeling that one may faint.The sensation of lightheadedness can be short-lived, prolonged, or, rarely, recurring.
[1] [2] These symptoms are followed by loss of consciousness and sometimes convulsions. [2] Migraines , abdominal pain, "feeling funny" or blurred vision may also occur before or after episodes. [ 1 ] [ 3 ] Possible causes of the condition include pain or nerve stimulation on the scalp (similar to parade-ground syncope), or compression of blood ...
Normal menstrual flow length is 3–7 days. [4] Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a broad term used to describe any disruption in bleeding that involves the volume, duration, and/or regularity of flow. Bleeding may occur frequently or infrequently, and can occur between periods, after sexual intercourse, and after menopause.
Post-exertional malaise (PEM), sometimes referred to as post-exertional symptom exacerbation (PESE) [1] or post-exertional neuroimmune exhaustion (PENE), [2] is a worsening of symptoms that occurs after minimal exertion.