Dr. Peter Bryant Rapsing Grutas
General Medicine
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Hi doctor,
I had an abdominal hysterectomy two months ago, and a couple of days ago, I went to the hospital for abdominal pain, and they observed me overnight. They said I most likely had a partial bowel obstruction, so is it normal to have these symptoms after abdominal surgery? And what kind of precautions should I take in the future, so it does not happen again?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
Formation of adhesion is a common adverse effect of surgery. During the surgery, decreasing the risk of forming adhesions includes:
As a patient, you can choose minimally invasive procedures, earlier surgery, and take a liquid diet for a day once you start experiencing any abdominal bloating or cramping.
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