Non-Hirschsprung Megacolon

Your colon is another name for your large bowel. A megacolon is a condition in which your colon becomes bigger and wider. Gas and stool may slow down or stop moving through this part of your bowel. They may build up in the bowel and you may have problems having a bowel movement. The swelling and buildup of germs and gas may have a toxic effect on your whole body. Megacolon is a serious condition and may lead to death if not treated and corrected.

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Name

Megacolon

About this topic

What drugs may be needed?

Help with pain,Fight an infection,Reduce swelling,Treat your signs

Body systems

Gastrointestinal

What are other common names?

Acute Colonic Ileus,Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction,CIPO,Congenital Colonic Dilation,Hirschprungs,Hirschsprung,Megarectum,Toxic Dilation of the Colon,Toxic Megacolon

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