| intestinal obstruction |
blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that prevents the contents of the intestine from passing to the lower bowel
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| intestinal obstruction |
A partial or complete blockage in the small or large intestine that prevents food or fluid from passing through. Often causes pain, cramps, bloating, constipation and sometimes diarrhea.
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| intestinal obstruction |
a blockage of the small or large intestine that prevents the normal passage of intestinal contents, possibly caused by inflammation or scarring.
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