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Yes. This is possible, due to the fact that many patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have bouts of constipation alternating with loose stools.

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Q: Can IBS cause faecal impaction
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Symptoms of bowl obstruction?

Symptoms include:Cramping and belly pain that comes and goes. The pain can occur around or below the belly button.Vomiting.Bloating.Constipation and a lack of gas, if the intestine is completely blocked.Diarrhea, if the intestine is partly blocked.


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Why does Overflow incontinence take place?

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Fecal Impaction is when a large mass of stool hardens in the rectum and is often caused by chronic constipation. Some things that can cause constipation are medications, diet, fluid intake and activity level. For more information on the causes, symptoms and treatments of fecal impaction please refer to this site: http://www.bettermedicine.com/article/fecal-impaction


Does sugar cause big stomach?

Yes, you may have IBS.


Can stalky hay cause impaction or more likely if bread fed in addition?

Hay that is too 'stalky' has a small chance to cause an impaction in the horses intestines, but typically it is the ultra fine hays like Coastal Bermuda that are the most likely to cause impaction's. Bread is not good for horses as it converts into sugar quickly and can cause metabolic issues. It is unlikely that bread would cause or help to cause an impaction unless it is fed in large amounts. The most bread a horse should get is one slice every week or so. If you are very concerned about the stalky hay causing an impaction I would suggest putting it in a slow feed hay net or in a bucket and tie the net over the top to make a slow feeder type bucket. this will slow consumption of the hay and allow the digestive tract to process it more effectively.


Is fecal stasis and fecal impaction same?

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What is impaction colic in horses?

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Can Irritable bowel syndrome cause anemia?

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