F future futbol player New member Oct 4, 2010 #2 Please note that your post has been moved here to the General Health Board. Ms_Mod
P Preet New member Oct 5, 2010 #3 When straining for a bowel movement you should continue to breathe and not hold your breath. Holding your breath causes restriction of blood flow raising your bloodpressure and that is why you feel pressure in your head.
When straining for a bowel movement you should continue to breathe and not hold your breath. Holding your breath causes restriction of blood flow raising your bloodpressure and that is why you feel pressure in your head.