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Is Bowel Abnormality Normal After Laparotomy Surgery?
Hi. Had major laparotomy surgery 2 wk ago today. Had severe bowel adhesions, ovarian reminant and cyat removed. Had hernia repaired. N other bits n bobs done. Had previous full hysterectomy in 2008. I have not eaten anythin because i feel so sick and sometimes being sick. I feel very very weak. It is not ilius which ive had before because i am going to the loo. All be it very loose. Is this normal?
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Respected user , Hi
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I have evaluated your query thoroughly .
* The bowel abnormality after laparotomy has various reasons
- in relation with certain antibiotics - physical mobility related issues -
fluid , electrolyte imbalance related - recurrent adhesions related -
some type of infection - others .
Hope this will clear your query .
Welcome for further guidance .
Regards .
Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .
* The bowel abnormality after laparotomy has various reasons
- in relation with certain antibiotics - physical mobility related issues -
fluid , electrolyte imbalance related - recurrent adhesions related -
some type of infection - others .
Hope this will clear your query .
Welcome for further guidance .
Regards .
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