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What Is A Volvulus And What Are Its Symptoms?

  Introduction

Gastroenterologists in Gurgaon define volvulus as an abnormal twisting of a part of the large or small intestine. This twisting may lead to a bowel obstruction, which can cause severe complications. A volvulus is a medical emergency and must be dealt with immediately. Volvulus can occur in the small intestine as well, but usually occurs in infants and children. In adults, volvulus of the small intestine is rare.In adults, volvulus tends to occur in the colon and is known as a sigmoid volvulus.

Symptoms

Experts at the best hospital for gastroenterology (a super-speciality hospital in Gurgaon), explain that the symptoms of volvulus appear suddenly and severely, so people usually go straight to the emergency room for prompt evaluation. Symptoms include:
  • Abdominal pain and tenderness
  • Vomiting green bile
  • Nausea
  • Distended abdomen
  • Bloody stool
  • Constipation
  • Shock
Infants with volvulus may also exhibit additional signs and symptoms, including:
  • Sudden bouts of crying
  • Drawing in legs as if in pain
  • Lethargy
  • Rapid heart rate and breathing
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What Is The Treatment?
A volvulus needs prompt treatment and usually requires surgery. During surgery to correct a volvulus, a doctor will make a small incision in the abdominal wall near the site of the twisted part of the intestine and untwist it.
If you’re looking for the top gastroenterologist in Delhi, the hospital mentioned above is a leading institution providing gastroenterological treatment. You can book an appointment at the hospital’s website or visit the hospital directly which is located at C-1, Sushant Lok- 1, Sector-43, Phase- I in Gurgaon (now Gurugram).

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