Ileus means the bowel is not moving normally, so gas and fluid build up without a physical blockage.
Common symptoms include abdominal swelling, discomfort, nausea, vomiting, reduced appetite, and difficulty passing stool or gas, especially after surgery or serious illness.
Imaging helps show whether the bowel is dilated and whether the picture fits ileus or a true obstruction that may need a different treatment approach.
Abdominal X-rays and CT help show distended bowel loops and help distinguish ileus from true obstruction.
Treatment focuses on the cause and may include bowel rest, fluids, medication review, and monitoring.
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