Bowel Obstruction
Book AppointmentWhen you eat, the food particles travel through long tubes known as intestines, before they are digested and become waste matter. A blockage in your intestines can cause the movement to be blocked which prevents the passage of fluid or digested food. This causes pressure to build up and the intestine may rupture.
The obstruction can be due to mechanical factors such as adhesions or scar tissue formed after surgery, gallstones, tumours or hernias. They may also be caused without any structural problems from factors including bacteria, virus, chemical imbalances or infections.
Bowel obstruction requires prompt medical treatment or it may lead to severe complications and pain.
When to seek expert advise
If you are facing any of the above symptoms, seek immediate help from your doctor working with the Section of Gastroenterology at The Aga Khan University Hospital. Timely diagnosis and treatment is very important in bowel obstruction.
Disclaimer
The information provided on our website is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always seek the advice of your doctor or other healthcare professional provider.
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