vasomotor

American  

[vas-oh-moh-ter, vey-zoh-] / ˌvæs oʊˈmoʊ tər, ˌveɪ zoʊ- /

adjective

Physiology.

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

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vasomotor British  

/ ˌveɪzəʊˈməʊtə /

adjective

1. (of a drug, agent, nerve, etc) relating to or affecting the diameter of blood vessels

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Etymology

Origin of vasomotor

First recorded in 1860–65; vaso- + motor

Example Sentences

Both vasomotor symptoms in menopause and migraines have to do with blood vessel contraction and dilation.

From Science Daily

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

From Washington Post

“You may have some vasomotor symptoms,” said my consultant, adding that the whole thing would not last more than six months.

From The Guardian

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

From Forbes

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

From Scientific American