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First attack in 8 yrs with j pouch.  Started with bloating and severe cramps.  Went to ER, CT Scan showed no blockage.  Not eating or drinking much first 2 days. Now trying to drink more and eat BRAT diet but I end up vomiting once there is too much in my system.  Can only get a couple of small gas passes through rectum. Not taking Loperamide while sick as I thought at least some fluid would come out, but nothing.  Any help appreciated!

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The first thing is to stay hydrated. You should be peeing at least a few times a day, and your urine should be light colored. If you can’t stay hydrated you’ll need intravenous fluids, whether the CT scan shows a blockage or not. Stay away from any solid food, and perhaps anything but fluids. Try to walk around as much as you can. The vomiting can be a sign of trouble, so you may need to return to the ER (unfortunately). I hope you feel better soon!

Scott F

I’ve never tried using a laxative for a partial blockage. Some GIs prescribe MiraLax for pouch emptying issues, but I’d be surprised if it helped the gut unkink itself. Lots of folks have reported here that the contrast medium they swallowed in the ER to prep for bowel imaging cleared up their blockages, perhaps because it’s quite heavy but won’t solidify.

Scott F

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