Fecal vomiting

Fecal vomiting
Synonyms	Feculent vomiting, stercoraceous vomiting
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Vomiting of feces
Complications	Dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, aspiration pneumonia
Onset	N/A
Duration	N/A
Types	N/A
Causes	Bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal fistula
Risks	N/A
Diagnosis	Clinical diagnosis, imaging studies
Differential diagnosis	Gastroenteritis, bowel obstruction, intestinal pseudo-obstruction
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Surgical intervention, nasogastric decompression
Medication	Antiemetics, antibiotics
Prognosis	Variable, depends on underlying cause
Frequency	Rare
Deaths	N/A

Fecal vomiting is a medical condition where a person vomits matter from the intestines. This is a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention.

Causes

Fecal vomiting is not a disease in itself but is a symptom of an underlying condition. It is usually caused by a blockage in the intestines. This blockage can be due to a number of reasons including bowel obstruction, volvulus, intussusception, and hernia.

Symptoms

The main symptom of fecal vomiting is the vomiting of material that resembles feces both in smell and in appearance. Other symptoms can include abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, and constipation.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of fecal vomiting involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may be required to determine the cause of the blockage. These can include X-ray, CT scan, MRI, and endoscopy.

Treatment

Treatment of fecal vomiting involves addressing the underlying cause of the blockage. This can involve surgery, medication, or other treatments depending on the cause.

Prognosis

The prognosis for fecal vomiting depends on the underlying cause of the blockage. With prompt treatment, the prognosis can be good. However, if left untreated, fecal vomiting can lead to serious complications including sepsis, peritonitis, and death.

See also

• Bowel obstruction
• Volvulus
• Intussusception
• Hernia