Colic in the intestine

Almost every person at least once in his life had to endure such an unpleasant state as colic in the intestine. These are sharp pains in the form of an attack caused by a spasm of the small or large intestine and irritation of the nerve endings in its wall. The causes of intestinal colic can be various diseases and conditions of the abdominal organs. The main are the following:

- Overeating, eating foods rich in fiber, chocolate, strong coffee;
- insufficient enzymatic activity of the stomach and pancreas;
- intestinal infections;
- poisoning with salts of heavy metals (lead colic);
- helminthiases and protozoonoses;
- Nervous shocks, stressful situations.

Also colic in the intestine may be one of the symptoms of organic abdominal diseases requiring immediate surgeon intervention.

Why does the intestine hurt?

The mechanisms of intestinal pain are very complex. Mostly, colic in the intestine is due to a violation of its patency and a motor function disorder. For example, with a decrease or increase in the tone of smooth muscles, acceleration of peristalsis, stretching and spasms of intestinal loops, painful sensations appear.

How does the intestine hurt?

Paroxysmal pains with intestinal colic occur most often suddenly, against a background of complete well-being. Cutting, cramping pains begin in the lower back and abdomen, after which they move, they can give in the groin. The pain gradually builds up, becomes intolerable, after which they gradually fade and the condition becomes easier. But after a while the pain arises again. During the attack, the patient is extremely nervous, can moan or even scream. In intestinal colic irritation of the nerve endings of the peritoneum occurs, so this syndrome is accompanied by swelling and rumbling of the intestine, as well as a disorder of the stool (constipation or diarrhea), nausea and dizziness are often observed. In some cases, even the temperature may rise, then you need to see a doctor immediately. The duration of an attack can last from a few minutes to a day.

What to do when there are colic?

Treatment of colic in the intestine depends on the cause that provoked it. During the attack, it is recommended to observe bed rest, with the slightest suspicion of acute surgical pathology (appendicitis, perforation of the ulcer with ulcerative colitis, acute intestinal obstruction), it is strictly forbidden to place the heating pad on the stomach. It is necessary to take an antispasmodic, for example, no-shpu or papaverine. If there are colic in the intestine, you can massage your stomach with light movements clockwise. To accelerate the release of the intestine from gases, herbal teas with an antispasmodic effect or simply weak black tea without sugar are recommended. If the pain does not subside within a few hours, you should immediately call for an ambulance. In some cases, you can not do without the help of a doctor!

Take care of your health, do not neglect medical help.