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Bookmark or Share- Intestinal obstruction - Symptoms & causes - Mayo ClinicIntestinal pseudo-obstruction (paralytic ileus) can cause signs and symptoms of intestinal obstruction, but it doesn't involve a physical blockage. In paralytic ileus, muscle or nerve problems disrupt the normal coordinated muscle contractions of the intestines, slowing or stopping the movement of food and fluid through the digestive system.
- Expert, Specialized Care Near You - Mayo ClinicThe Gastroenterology and Hepatology (GI) team at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating digestive tract and liver conditions. Gastroenterology (GI) conditions mainly involve the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon.
- Indigestion - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicIndigestion — also called dyspepsia or an upset stomach — is discomfort in your upper abdomen. Indigestion describes certain symptoms, such as belly pain and a feeling of fullness soon after you start eating, rather than a specific disease. Indigestion can also be a symptom of other digestive disorders.
- Intestinal ischemia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicCancers of the digestive system. Bowel diseases, such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease or diverticulitis. Conditions that make the blood clot more easily. Medicines such as estrogen that can raise clotting risk. Injuries to the belly area. Risk factors. Factors that may increase your risk of intestinal ischemia include:
- Gastritis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicGastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining. The stomach lining is a mucus-lined barrier that protects the stomach wall. Weaknesses or injury to the barrier allows digestive juices to damage and inflame the stomach lining. Several diseases and conditions can increase the risk of gastritis.
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