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Had a complete hysterectomy including ovaries in 2008. i had an incision from navel down. am i still at increased risk of bowel obstructions this many years later? i go back and forth between constipation and normal but still able to pass gas.

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Possibly,: scar tissue could be a cause. An exam and testing with your doctor is a good plan.

Answered 2/23/2020

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A member asked:

Had a complete hysterectomy including ovaries in 2008. i had an incision from navel down. am i still at increased risk of bowel obstructions this many years later? i go back and forth between constipation and normal but still able to pass gas.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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