Distal Intestinal Obstructive Syndrome

Bowel contents are more solid than is normal because of abnormal mucus production and other factors such as dehydration. Bowel contents sludge up and partially block the terminal ileum causing abdominal pain. This is diagnosed and may require treatment in hospital. Children with recurrent episodes may take medication to prevent recurrence such as:

• Lactulose (laxative)
• Ranitidine (antacid)
• Omeprazole (antacid)
• Fluimucil (N-acetylcysteine)

Constipation is also common for the same reason and may be treated with oral laxatives such as:

• Lactulose
• Movicol