Diagnosis of muscle spasms Most people have experienced a skeletal muscle spasm due to overexertion, especially in a warm environment, and are able to self-diagnose. However, if the spasms are severe, last a long time, or keep recurring, it is reasonable to see a healthcare professional for...
Vaginismus is a rare condition characterized by spasms and contractions of the vagina during intercourse (it can also happen when you try inserting a tampon or getting a pap test at the gynecologist’s office). It’s thought to be a psychological condition stemming from things like a fear of...
The physician may also recommend certain medications to relieve colonic spasms, which include: Antispasmodics Antidepressants Pain killers Oral contraceptives or hormone medications in the case of endometriosis Antibiotics to treat intestinal bacterial overgrowth If symptoms persist or are severe, it's impor...
Some studies suggest that the nerves of the colon may be much more sensitive than usual in people with IBS. The normal movement of food and gas through the colon causes pain, intestinal spasms, and an irregular pattern of bowel movements....
Some studies have found that people with IBS have nerves in the colon that are more sensitive than those without the condition. These extra-sensitive nerves may cause pain, intestinal spasms and an irregular pattern of bowel movements. But the verdict is still out, and many more factors may ...
The muscles in the gastrointestinal tract may go into spasm (intestinal or esophageal spasms) or are under-functioning, almost to the state of paralysis. Symptoms will vary but may include severe colic pain due to spasms to slow movement of food through the gut leading to symptoms likeconstipati...
humid conditions, which can affect especially those muscles that have not been well trained for the task. Muscle cramping can also occur when remaining in the same position for an extended period of time, while more severe and prolonged spasms (e.g. neck spasm) may result from trauma such ...
Small bowel resection.This is surgery to remove part of your small intestine. You might need it if you have a blockage or severe damage in your small intestine. Large bowel resection.This is surgery to remove part of your large intestine. You might need it if you have a blockage, a fist...
Have an intestinal disease such as Crohn’s Have hemolytic anemia or cirrhosis of the liver Take medicine to lower your cholesterol Lose a lot of weight in a short time (like from weight loss surgery) Fast on a regular basis Gallstones in pregnancy ...
Stone pain can vary from a vague flank pain to the sudden onset of severe unbearable pain. Pain is aggravated by change of posture and vehicular jerks. The pain may last for minutes to hours followed by relief. Waxing and waning of pain is characteristic of a stone passing down the ureter...