A small bowel obstruction is a blockage in the small intestine. Small bowel obstructions are usually caused by scar tissue, hernia, or cancer. In the United States, most obstructions occur as a result of prior surgeries. The bowel often forms bands of scar (called adhesions) after being handled during an operation.
How do you prevent a small bowel obstruction?
To prevent another blockage
- Try to eat smaller amounts of food more often. ...
- Chew your food very well. ...
- Avoid high-fibre foods and raw vegetables and fruits with skins, husks, strings, or seeds. ...
- Check with your doctor before you eat whole grain foods or use a fibre supplement such as Benefibre or Metamucil.
What causes small bowel obstruction SBO and how common is it?
Small bowel obstruction is a partial or complete blockage of the small intestine, which is a part of the digestive system. Small bowel obstruction can be caused by many things, including adhesions, hernia and inflammatory bowel disorders.
