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Chronic small bowel obstruction from adhesions

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@srqbill

Had a small bowl resection years ago. Been to hospital for obstruction twice in last four years and twice "handled" on my own -- that is by suffering thru and inducing vomiting. (Have also been diagnosed with aspiration pneumonia twice as result of the obstructions induced vomiting.)
My question -- am I the only one who endures vomiting including inducing vomiting ( finger down throat) as an alternative to hospital stay for two/three days for SBO and having an NG tube as a corrective? And your thoughts re the "solution"?
Can't say as I've gotten any gastro doctor's endorsement.

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rxjoey | @rxjoey | 6 days ago

After 3 lysis of adhesions (10 inch inches each, not including the original ) …… I stay hydrated, limit gluten…..eat greens & fruits daily. Machines at the gym. Biking is a staple. Occasionally I mess up and find myself in the ER. NG & I.V……..BUT! No more surgery…..there is a DO NOT ENTER sign on the scar.
They said years ago….your disease won’t kill you. But it will die with you….stay well crew…

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skim3737 | @skim3737 | 6 days ago

I have not had to use my finger to induce vomiting during a bowel obstruction attack because when I'm in a full on attack I automatically become nauseous and can't stop vomiting. But fortunately that hasn't happened for years, probably because I can now recognize the early signs and immediately stop eating solid food. But back between 2010-2013 I did nurse myself through multiple obstructions at home by taking stool softeners until I started to pass stool. My last full attack was in 2013 and that one took 16 hours to pass. Important to note that all of my obstructions have only been from strictures and not full blockages. Another absolute necessity when being in a full attack for me is my heating pad. Can't live without it on my abdomen, pretty much 24/7.

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