Guide To Common Bowel Obstruction Symptoms

Loss Of Appetite

Loss of appetite frequently develops when an intestinal blockage is present, and it can make constipation worse. Patients with blockages may feel eating increases their abdominal bloating and pain, and individuals who try to eat with this condition may vomit. If left untreated, prolonged loss of appetite can cause weakness, malnutrition, and unintentional weight loss, and it could also lead to electrolyte imbalances that may be dangerous. Since a loss of appetite might be due to tumors or other serious bowel conditions, patients who experience this symptom for more than a week should be examined by a doctor. Patients with persistent vomiting also need an examination. Generally, most patients find their appetite returns to normal after a bowel obstruction is successfully treated.