Intestinal obstruction (more commonly known as inverted intestines) is often manifested when the bowel is twisted, narrowing the space caused by the presence of a tumor or worms. In our material we will consider in detail the causes that could lead to such a problem, we will tell about the treatment. And remember that this pathology can lead to serious complications without proper treatment.
What is the inversion of the intestines, the causes of
Inversion (otherwise called invagination) is a type of obstruction, which is acute. Its development occurs when the intestinal loops are not positioned correctly. As a result, this leads to problems of free movement of the intestinal contents: over time, because of this, it changes, stretches, and the person suffers from severe dehydration and intoxication.
If time does not begin treatment, inversion of the intestines can cause peritonitis, inflammation and even a bowel infarction.
Therefore, when the first symptoms appear, you should immediately consult a doctor for advice and further treatment.
The main causes of intestinal obstruction include:
- too sharp body turns;
- prolonged constipation;
- severe abdominal trauma;
- adhesions;
- tumors;
- helminth infection.
This pathology may have either a mechanical or dynamic etiology. For example, in violation of the movement of the fecal masses may be inverted intestines.
When squeezing the body squeezes the blood vessels, which leads to impaired blood circulation, perforation appears, provoking peritonitis.
This is a serious danger - the development of intestinal necrosis, and peritonitis without emergency medical care can cause a fatal outcome. That is why it is so important to know what signs can tell you about the presence of such a problem as invagination of the intestines. Until now, this pathology is often fatal, and for one reason only - too late to see a doctor.
The main causes of intestinal invagination are as follows:
- Mechanical. In this case, the problem is due to the fact that any foreign body fell into the intestine and closed the passage. Or the problem is caused by squeezing the intestines outside.
- Strangulated. The main symptom is squeezing of the vessels, and those of them, through which blood flows to the injured area, suffer. This can cause the development of gangrene.
- Muscle fiber spasm can cause obstruction. Usually, changes in muscle tone are caused by any diseases of the internal organs. Also, such violations are often found after the operation, serious poisoning or diseases of the central nervous system.
Sigmoid colon
This pathology usually leads to an inflammatory process that changes the mesentery - it changes shape, scars may appear on the surface, two parts of the intestine come closer together, which provokes an inversion. In addition, long-term hunger and a sedentary lifestyle can affect the development of volvulus.
Colon
This type of obstruction is very rare. When he appears, the patient is tormented by constipation, severe abdominal distention, pain in the lower body. If you do not seek medical help in time, the condition will worsen, serious complications may appear.
Small intestine
At overflow of departments of a small bowel occurs torsion. Considered the most common. For example, they often suffer infants. The most prominent symptoms include:
- digestive tract disorder;
- temperature rise;
- painful sensations.
Moreover, invagination begins to appear very rapidly. Some initially believe that the discomfort associated with overeating, physical labor, the use of laxatives. The stomach starts to hurt a little, after some period the pain becomes chronic, and it is felt not only in the stomach, but also in the back, lower back. In addition, a vivid sign is vomiting.
Causes of children
Most often, in small patients, volvulus appears for almost the same reasons as in adults: prolonged constipation, trauma, the formation of adhesions or tumors. Also, the problem may be in the presence of a large number of worms that block the passage in the gut.
Full or partial torsion may occur, and the first case is usually encountered if the internal organs of the child do not meet his age norm. Taking into account the location, inversion can be:
- high and low;
- thick and thin.
In the first year of life, children often suffer from pathology. The most common cause is a hernia of the food hole. Having noticed the first signs of invagination, it is necessary to urgently consult a doctor for the purpose of treatment.
Main symptoms and signs
The main symptoms of bloat are attributed:
- Cramping abdominal pain, with pain increasing over time, acquiring a permanent character.
- Lack of flatulence and stool.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Bloating.
- Compaction of the abdominal wall.
But the most striking signs are observed if obstruction is concentrated in the small intestine:
- pain near the navel;
- nausea;
- pale skin;
- lowering blood pressure.
How to treat this pathology
In the diagnosis of entrapment, the patient must be urgently hospitalized. In the course of the examination, the doctor will find out in which particular part of the intestine obstruction has occurred. It should be noted that in 90% of cases surgical intervention is required, and the sooner the surgery goes, the more likely it is that it will end successfully.
For example, if the problem is caused by severe constipation, then an enema will help. The main thing is not to start doing anything on your own, but to be examined by the attending physician.
You can also use traditional methods:
- Sedge with hunter. Take 100 g of plants, pour 300 ml of boiling water. Put everything in a thermos and leave for 8 hours. After that, strain the mixture and divide it into 4 parts - you need to drink them within 24 hours. If the condition does not improve the next day, consult a doctor immediately.
- Beet. For the preparation of this recipe will need 0.5 kg of fresh beets, 1 teaspoon of yeast and 150 g of sugar. Cut the beets into large cubes, put in a saucepan and pour boiling water on it, leave it for three hours. Then add sugar and yeast to the mixture. Folk remedy for bloat will be ready for the next day, it can be taken in unlimited quantities.
Now you know that when the first symptoms of blotting of the intestines are detected, it is better to immediately consult a doctor: he will conduct a survey, order tests and research to determine the location of the obstruction. And after that he will prescribe treatment.
