What are the differences between constipation and intestinal obstruction?
Disease description:
My dad has had abdominal pain 15 days after surgery for intestinal obstruction, and the pain recurs every other day. What are the differences between constipation and intestinal obstruction?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
The difference between constipation and intestinal obstruction lies in their distinct causes. Intestinal obstruction is caused by a blockage from foreign matter in the intestine, whereas constipation results from insufficient food intake or inadequate nutrition. In addition, their clinical manifestations differ. Intestinal obstruction presents with various symptoms, including nausea and vomiting in patients. In contrast, constipation has relatively simple symptoms, manifesting only as difficulty in defecation and blood in the stool.
