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Is This Something I Should Get Checked Out Sooner?

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Posted on Mon, 14 Oct 2024
Question: I have Ankylosing Spondylitis and have had reoccurring diarrhea and constipation. Lately I have been having very sharp pains that seem to move from my belly button down to my lower right abdomen. It is intermittent but happens most days. I have an appointment with a GI to be evaluated for IBD, is this something I should get checked out sooner? The pain is very acute and sharp but does not last very long and then comes back.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (3 hours later)
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Ankylosing spondylitis may be associated with IBD like Crohn's disease.
Crohn's disease can develop complications like strictures which can cause bowel obstruction. Bowel obstruction causes symptoms like what you have.
You can go to ER for a scan to rule out bowel obstruction.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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Is This Something I Should Get Checked Out Sooner?

Brief Answer: Answer given below Detailed Answer: Hi, Ankylosing spondylitis may be associated with IBD like Crohn's disease. Crohn's disease can develop complications like strictures which can cause bowel obstruction. Bowel obstruction causes symptoms like what you have. You can go to ER for a scan to rule out bowel obstruction. Regards, Dr.R.K.