Primary or idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction

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Primary or idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction

• Nasogastric suction: A tube placed through the nose and down the esophagus (nasogastric tube) is used to decompress the bowel.
• Intravenous fluids will replace fluids lost from vomiting or diarrhea.
• Special diets are usually ineffective, although vitamin B12 supplements may be used for patients with vitamin deficiency.
• A medication called neostigmine may be used to treat pseudo-obstruction of the large intestine.
• In severe cases, surgery may be needed to divert or decompress the bowel.

Most cases of acute pseudo-obstruction resolve over several days with conservative treatment. The disease may be recurrent and can persist over many years.

• Weight loss
• Diarrhea
• Vitamin deficiencies

Call your health care provider if persistent abdominal pain or other symptoms of this disorder develop.

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