Question 1

how rare is having a twisted intestine in a child?

Accepted Answer

See below: It occurs in about 1 in 500 births. Or .002%.

Question 2

the fat around my intestine is twisted this is the second time this year what can i do for it?

Accepted Answer

Obstruction?: This is a peculiar description? Did you have intestinal obstruction? If so, there's really nothing to prevent it from happening again, but you should ask your doctor whether surgery might be possible to prevent recurrence. If you've not been in the care of an abdominal surgeon, ask your doctor for referral.

Question 3

can your right intestine hurt ? or get swollen ?

Accepted Answer

It can, but...: ...There are a lot of organs on that side of the abdomen, including the liver, gallbladder, and a kidney.  If you're having persistent pain/swelling there, you should see your doctor.

Question 4

what does it mean when your intestines are twisted/volvulus?

Accepted Answer

Think garden hose: The intestines are a complex & long tubular structure with some parts firmly attached & some parts that float somewhat freely in the abdomen. If the free floating parts become twisted on them self, it not only stops flow as it would in your hose, it can begin to cut off the blood supply. If left untreated, the gut can die & start leaking contents & germs into the abdomen. This can be fatal.

Question 5

i have twisted intestines due to lots of surgeries.  what happens when the bowels block?

Accepted Answer

Nausea, vomiting,: Severe abdominal pain, obstipation, and distention are cardinal signs.  Intestinal obstruction can progress to strangulation, perforation, peritonitis, and even death.  You should see a surgeon for more details.

Question 6

what does it mean to have a twisted bowel? does it mean that your intestines are literally twisted?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Usually this is a developmental defect in whcih the intestine are not properly attached to the abdominal wall. The intestine can actually twist on itself and become blocked. If prolonged it can lead to loss of blood supply and death of that section of intestine.

Question 7

can a condom get stuck in the intestines?

Accepted Answer

No: The penis enters the vagina but not the interior of the abdomen.

Question 8

how can tetnai bacteria get in human intestines?

Accepted Answer

Normal flora: Clostridium tetani is found in soil, the spores may be on foods you eat and these bacteria are part of the normal bacterial flora of many people.

Question 9

how do people get multiple parasites in their intestines?

Accepted Answer

Contaminated water: Drinking contaminated water is an excellent way to get numerous types of parasites, often at the same time.

Question 10

is constipation dangerous? like can it get so bad ur intestines can rip. explode?

Accepted Answer

It can happen but : Usually patients have sought medical attention and remedy before that happens. More common in elderly frail patients. But constipation if severe needs to be diagnosed, determine the cause and get a quick resolution, see your doctor before needing to go to an emergency room. Good luck.

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I have twisted intestines due to lots of surgeries. what happens when the bowels block?

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What does it mean to have a twisted bowel? does it mean that your intestines are literally twisted?

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Can a condom get stuck in the intestines?

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