Skip to main content

Intestinal Obstruction Questions

Related terms: Bowel obstruction, Colonic ileus, Ileus, Intestinal volvulus, Paralytic ileus, Pseudo-obstruction, intestinal

Displaying 6 questions associated with Intestinal Obstruction.

Intestinal Obstruction - had 4th bowel obstruction..how can I prevent future bowel obstructions?

The last two being within 1 yr. The pain I go through is incredible. The surgeons and GI doctors I've spoken to all say that there is nothing I can do to avoid another bowel obstruction. There has got to be something that I can do to help prevent future obstructions. Does anyone have any... read more

What is Trimebutine used for?

Shingles and abdominal bulge?

I developed shingles three weeks ago and saw my doctor immediately. He prescribed one week of Valtrex and Prednisone, which I completed. About 10 days ago I noticed a rather large bulge in the right side of my abdomen in front of where the shingles were located. There is really no pain except for... read more

Constipation keeps coming back?

Since about May of this year, I have had pretty much constant constipation, in the fact that I have had 8 goLytely colon clean outs, many enema's, and one colonoscopy in late July. I am currently taking miralax everyday 2-3 times a day prescribed by my GI, as well as a constipated med called... read more

Constipated and gassy what is the best remedy?

Exactly 1 year ago I had small bowel obstruction surgery or I think it was called a bowel resection procedure but I have recently been constipated for 3 days with gassy stomach but unable to move my bowels due to severe constipation from a new medication for back pain. Have tried Miralax daily for... read more

Ask a question

To post your own question to this support group, sign in or create an account.

Further information

Related condition support groups

Gastrointestinal Disorders