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vasomotor

[ vas-oh-moh-ter, vey-zoh- ]

adjective

Physiology.
  1. regulating the diameter of blood vessels, as certain nerves.


vasomotor

/ ˌɪəʊˈəʊə /

adjective

  1. (of a drug, agent, nerve, etc) relating to or affecting the diameter of blood vessels
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of vasomotor1

First recorded in 1860–65; vaso- + motor
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Both vasomotor symptoms in menopause and migraines have to do with blood vessel contraction and dilation.

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But vasomotor symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats that occur due to constriction or dilation of blood vessels, are not fully understood.

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The perimenopause, which I am in, can be diagnosed by erratic periods, perhaps vasomotor symptoms, and – this is purely a personal definition – the sense that things are not quite right.

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On the other hand, they were at reduced risk for hip fractures, diabetes, and vasomotor symptoms.

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The effects of exercise operate at cross purposes when it comes to vasomotor symptoms.

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