Question 1

what is the difference between small bowel obstruction and large bowel obstruction?

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SIMPLE: Same mechanism just different part of the bowel being affected. Either the small or large bowel.

Question 2

what is the difference between a large bowel obstruction and a small bowel obstruction?

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Different casues: Unfortunately large bowel obstruction, particularly in adults, is almost always due to malignancy. Small bowel obstruction on the other hand more commonly occurs from benign conditions, especially in patients who have had prior abdominal surgery. Both conditions would require an imaging test and likely surgery to repair.

Question 3

how to differentiat small bowel obstruction from large bowel obstruction? medical

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Difficult: Without a physical exam and full medical history. Usually a small bowel obstruction will not occur unless there is scar tissue from a past abdominal surgery. Small bowel obstruction can have abdominal pain with frequent vomiting. Large bowel obstruction is less common & can be from cancer or diverticulitis. Lack of bowel movement with colon obstruction. True bowel obstruction can be very serious.

Question 4

what could be the association between small bowel obstruction, hemorrhoids and swollen dry skin?

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Bowel Obstruction: It's possible the hemorrhoids were there before and the increase in the abdominal pressure when the bowels were obstructed caused the hemorrhoids to "flare".  Small bowel obstructions can cause a diversion of body fluids to the abdomen, which can cause the dry skin.  I'm not sure exactly what you mean by swollen skin....But it's possible to have lower extremity edema in this situation as well.

Question 5

i need help with small bowel obstruction?

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Small bowel obstruct: Ion is a medical emergency. It should be treated by confirming the diagnosis, bowel rest, possible decompression with a nasogastric tube on suction. If not resolving within 24 hours, surgical exploration is indicated to avoided ischemic or dead bowel. Do not delay if you think you are obstructed. This is not to be treated t home!

Question 6

what can i do for small bowel obstruction?

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Come to hospital: A small bowel obstruction usually occurs due to scar tissue from prior abdominal surgery, causing the bowel to kink like a garden hose.  If severe, the bowel can die; however, the bowel can (and usually does) unkink itself after a day-or-two of "bowel rest": no food or liquid, IV fluids, and keeping the stomach empty with a ng tube.  This requires close monitoring in the hospital.

Question 7

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 8

does small bowel obstruction usually cause many symptoms?

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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

do other people get small bowel obstruction, or is it unusual?

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Common: The diagnosis of small bowel obstruction is fairly prevalent and many resolve without surgery. It could be something as simple as a few cramps yet it also could be as serious as intestine so badly twisted that it dies. The most common cause of intestinal obstruction is scarring (adhesions) from previous abdominal surgery. The second most common cause is a hernia. Cancer lists as number three.

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