FINDINGS: The Transverse Colon Is Filled With Air, Measuring Up

Posted on Tue, 23 Apr 2019

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Question : FINDINGS:
The transverse colon is filled with air, measuring up to 7.9 cm. Multiple air
filled loops of small bowel are not dilated. There is no free intraperitoneal
air. Osseous structures are notable for degenerative changes in the lumbar
spine. There are no unexplained soft tissue calcifications or radiopaque
foreign bodies.
IMPRESSION:
The transverse colon is filled with air. No obstruction or free
intraperitoneal air

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (50 minutes later)

what shoul i do with this type of findings , my blood work very good

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
The report is related to gas in the colon, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I understand your concern.

There are many medical conditions that can cause gas in the colon.

Some of the possible conditions can be irritable bowel syndrome or bacterial overgrowth.

Also, lactose intolerance can cause gas in the colon.

I suggest to do a stool test and a colonoscopy for further evaluation.

Meanwhile, I suggest you to use Simethicone medication such as Gas X three times a day.

I suggest taking daily probiotics.

I also recommend to eat slowly and avoid chewing gum.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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