Intestinal spasms are fine during the day, but always occur at night.
May 26, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
In general, intestinal spasms may not occur during the day but frequently happen at night, possibly due to factors such as nutritional deficiencies, neurogenic spasms, or inflammatory spasms. Besides these common causes, insufficient gastric motility, ascariasis (roundworm infection), or acute abdomen may also be responsible. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital to determine the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment accordingly.
Generally, intestinal spasms do not occur during the day but frequently manifest at night, possibly due to factors such as nutritional deficiencies, neurogenic spasms, or inflammatory spasms. A detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Nutritional Deficiency
Inadequate intake of certain nutrients, such as water, minerals, and B vitamins, may trigger intestinal spasms at night. It is recommended to maintain healthy eating habits: consume more fresh vegetables and fruits to ensure balanced nutrition.
2. Neurogenic Spasm
Neurological disturbances can lead to gastrointestinal dysfunction, resulting in intestinal spasms at night. Maintaining good sleep hygiene in daily life may help alleviate symptoms.
3. Inflammatory Spasm
Inflammatory reactions within the intestines can cause intestinal spasms, which often occur at night. Under a doctor's guidance, patients may use medications such as belladonna tablets or phenobarbital tablets to help improve symptoms.
Besides the above common causes, intestinal spasms at night could also result from insufficient gastric motility, ascariasis, acute abdomen, or other conditions. It is advisable to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital to identify the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment.
