Question 1

can intussusception be cured?

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Yes: It can resolve spontaneously in some cases. Also a barium enema sometimes makes it disappear. And finally surgery effects a cure. It is however a mediacl emergency with potentially serious, even life threatening complications. So medical care is needed asap.

Question 2

what are symptoms of intussusception?

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Rectal bleeding: Classic hallmarks of intussusception in a child are abdominal pain, lethargy and rectal bleeding (currant jelly stools). It is diagnosed with an air-contrast or barium enema. This xray study makes the diagnosis and in 80% of cases also cures the disease by reducing the intussusception.

Question 3

what are the tests for intussusception?

Accepted Answer

Rectal bleeding: Classic hallmarks of intussusception in a child are abdominal pain, lethargy and rectal bleeding (currant jelly stools). It is diagnosed with an air-contrast or barium enema. This xray study makes the diagnosis and in 80% of cases also cures the disease by reducing the intussusception.

Question 4

can you explain what intussusception is?

Accepted Answer

Intestine problem: Intussusception refers to the invagination of a part of the intestine into itself.  It is a common intestinal emergency in children.  Symptoms are usually dramatic with severe abdominal pain, crying and nausea.  Can often be treated without surgery, but the later sometimes is necessary.  It is a true emergency and should be handled as such.

Question 5

what is the definition of intussusception?

Accepted Answer

Bowel obstruction: When bowel telescopes into bowel this is an intussusception. Examples include colon into colon, small bowel into colon or colon into small bowel or small bowel into small bowel. This leads to an intestinal obstruction with symptoms of pain, vomiting and currant jelly stools or blood in the stools.

Question 6

what do you recommend for intussusception?

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See doctor: Intussusception occurs infrequently, but hwen iot does it affects infants 3-18 months. The hallmarks are abdominal pain that comes and goes and may leave the infant lethargic in between bouts. Bloody stools or current-jelly stools are what gets the parents attention. A hydrostatic barium or air contrast enema can usually reduce the intussusception 80% of the time. If the enema is unsuccessful surg.

Question 7

what options are there for intussusception?

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See full answer: The most common type of intussusception occur near the junction of the small intestine and colon (eg ileocecal junction).  After the diagnosis is confirmed, if the child does not have peritonitis, then the usual first line therapy is to attempt radiographic reduction.  If this is not successful, then surgery is required.

Question 8

how is intussusception diagnosed in a child?

Accepted Answer

Rectal bleeding: Classic hallmarks of intussusception in a child are abdominal pain, lethargy and rectal bleeding (currant jelly stools). It is diagnosed with an air-contrast or barium enema. This xray study makes the diagnosis and in 80% of cases also cures the disease by reducing the intussusception.

Question 9

how rare is the condition intussusception among adults?

Accepted Answer

It is uncommon but: Not rare.  I don't know exact incidence, but it happens from time to time.  Important difference between children and adult cases is that the latter usually happens with a lead point, such as tumor or polyp.  Therefore, surgery is almost always necessary.  But these are general statements, so ask your doctor for specific advice.

Question 10

do lots of people get intussusception, or is it unusual?

Accepted Answer

Rare: Intussusception is primarily seen in young infants. When seen in older children ( over 3 years) or adults a lead point must be excluded. The lead point could be a tumor and the intussusception is the first sign.

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