Adhesions from prior abdominal surgeries are the most common cause of SBO. Untreated SBO can lead to serious complications like bowel perforation or tissue death (strangulation). Symptoms of SBO ...

Constipation and strain during bowel movements can increase your risk for a hernia, a bulge of tissue that pushes through the muscle. A hernia leading to new or additional constipation can be a sign ...

Do you often brush off mild abdominal cramps, a fleeting fever or a momentary ache simply because they settle down on their own? It’s a habit many of us develop - but one that can be dangerous.