Definition:
Intestinal pseudo-obstruction is the weakened ability of the intestines to completely push food through. Intestinal pseudo-obstruction is classified into two categories: primary condition and secondary condition. Primary conditions are those with unknown cause (idiopathic), it can also be inherited from a parent; while secondary conditions are those caused by a different underlying ailment.
Treatment:
It should be noted that there is no specific treatment for primary intestinal pseudo-obstruction. However, pain-relieving drugs are given to alleviate the abdominal pain along with proper nutrition and hydration.
There are also surgical produces aimed at reducing abdominal distension including transplant surgeries to provide comfort for the patient.
Symptoms and Signs:
Intestinal pseudo-obstruction is the weakened ability of the intestines to completely push food through. Intestinal pseudo-obstruction is classified into two categories: primary condition and secondary condition. Primary conditions are those with unknown cause (idiopathic), it can also be inherited from a parent; while secondary conditions are those caused by a different underlying ailment.
Causes:
Intestinal pseudo-obstruction may be caused by underlying problems in the nerves supplying the gut. Problems originating from the intestinal smooth muscles are also considered as probable cause for primary intestinal pseudo-obstruction.
A certain chronic skin disease, scleroderma with manifestations of impaired esophageal motility may also cause secondary intestinal pseudo-obstruction along with other disorders including chronic renal failure, muscular dystrophy, and hypokalemia.
Some anticholinergic drugs can also cause this disease.
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