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Abdominal Distension

What is it?

Abdominal distension can lead to a ‘hole’ in the bowel:

This condition can lead to:

  • The cecum, the large pouch that marks the beginning of the large intestines is the area most often where the greatest dilation occurs and consequently is most at risk of perforation.
  • Formation of a hole in the wall of the colon (perforation) or lack of blood flow (ischemia) to the colon.
    • One may show signs of inflammation of the peritoneum (peritonitis).
  • Perforation may allow the contents of the colon to spill out into the abdominal cavity.
  • A perforated bowel can cause:
    • Intense abdominal pain
    • Fever
    • Sepsis

Abnormal mass/bloating in the abdomen can be due to:

Syndromes

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

Medical Emergency Condition

And/or do not wait, phone for an ambulance if have or develop:

  • Sepsis
  • Peritonitis
  • Nausea and vomiting (not always)?
  • Hugh or increase in swelling over liver/or spleen area?
  • Hugh or increase in swelling over stomach area (not due to have eaten food or wind)?
  • Intense/Severe abdominal pain?
  • Fever?
  • Balance and dizziness (not always)?
  • Bleeding through any orifice (not always)?

Detailed Information

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