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How to tell if i have a bowel obstruction or fiber blockage?

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Dr. Jarrod Kaufman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

SBO or LBO: You should be evaluated by your primary doctor or surgeon as these symptoms are very non specific and may be related to a GI issue or even a stricture or other causes of GI tract narrowing or blockage.

Answered 10/10/2019

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