Question 1

could a bowel obstruction cause back pain and hurt to walk?

Accepted Answer

Other symptoms. : A bowel obstruction will cause cramping abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, abdominal distention, and constipation.  Back pain and pain with walking may occur but this would be secondary to the above symptoms.

Question 2

i have been having lower stomach and severe back pain. i was hospitalized for a bowel obstruction. now i've been diagnosed with two hernias. are the problems related?

Accepted Answer

May be: Difficult to say: what was the reason for obstruction and what type of hernias do you have?  Hernia can cause obstruction. Incisional hernia can happen after surgery.

Question 3

have been experiencing severe stomach & back pain, pain after eating and fatigue for approximately 4 months now.. diagnosed with severe grove pancreatitis , also had bowel obstruction. hospitalised twice.. is this acute or chronic pancreatitis? thnx?

Accepted Answer

Both acute/chronic : Technically this is acute relapsing pancreatitis. Regardless of name, potentially very serious. Often caused by an abnormality in the pancreatic or common bile duct. Probably need an abdominal MRI scan (or similar), perhaps transfer to a tertiary care center (if feasible).

Best of luck.

Question 4

constipated for 3 wks.took miralax & colace 3 days, didn't help. i've had small, hard bms but not much.took mag citrate (300ml) & had diarrhea after. no formed stools. bloating, abd. & low back pain,borbor.  could this be a partial bowel obstruction?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Doesn't sound like a typical small bowel obstruction. Its possible however. If you haven't had previous abdominal surgery, it would be very unlikely. Ask your primary if a referral to a gastroenterologist is appropriate, and ask about irritable bowel syndrome. Hope this helps!

Question 5

what symptoms does someone with bowel obstruction have?

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Numerous: Usually abdominal pain, distention of the abdomen, nausea, vomitting, no bm or flatus for longer than normal. Most patient will also have a history of prior abdominal surgery of some kind as most obstructions are due to ssurgical adhesions. However tumors, benign or malignant can also cause obstruction as well as strictures from inflammation. Get checked.

Question 6

are the symptoms of small bowel obstruction bad?

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YES: Small bowel obstruction can be dangerous and deadly if not treated appropriately. The common symptoms are abdominal pain, abdominal swelling, nausea, and vomiting.

Question 7

bowel obstruction symptoms and treatment, what to do?

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If truly obstructed: this can be a medical emergency and needs diagnosis immediately and prompt treatment initiation.  Go to the ER if you can't be seen today by your doctor.

Question 8

does small bowel obstruction usually cause many symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Small bowel obstruction is typically the result of a blockage of one's small bowel and presents with symptoms of crampy abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. This is typically caused by adhesions or scar tissue as a result of previous surgery. It is typically treated conservatively with bowel rest (nothing by mouth) and IV fluids. Surgery may be necessary at times.

Question 9

what are the most common symptoms of small bowel obstruction?

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Small bowel obstruct: Common symptoms include abdominal pain and vomiting.   As the obstruction gets worse - abdominal tenderness and very active bowel sounds.

Question 10

what are some obvious symptoms of a bowel obstruction and what do they do for treatment?

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Bowel obstruction: Obvious symptoms of bowel obstruction are crampy abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and bloating associated with little or no passage of stool or gas per rectum.  Obstructions can occur b/o prior abdominal surgery, hernias, abdominal cancers as well as a variety of less frequent causes..  Treatment can be conservative with ng tubes, but if the obstruction doesn't resolve, surgery may be needed.

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Have been experiencing severe stomach & back pain, pain after eating and fatigue for approximately 4 months now.. diagnosed with severe grove pancreatitis , also had bowel obstruction. hospitalised twice.. is this acute or chronic pancreatitis? thnx?

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Constipated for 3 wks.took miralax & colace 3 days, didn't help. i've had small, hard bms but not much.took mag citrate (300ml) & had diarrhea after. no formed stools. bloating, abd. & low back pain,borbor. could this be a partial bowel obstruction?

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