Reply to "Blockage"

If you think you have a blockage, the things you took wouldn't be the best thing for it. In the future don't take bowel slowers (Imodium) or pain killers (they also slow down the bowel). Don't eat bulking foods like bananas and ramen. Drink liquids, move around as much as possible, take warm baths or use a heating pad if you're in pain. Drinking warm water is good.

I've forced myself to vomit when I've had a partial blockage - that offers a little relief. I've also jumped up and down (trying to force the offending blockage further along) and I roll on my belly an exercise ball. Since you're in China, try getting on all fours and having someone grip your hips and whip them from side to side quickly - that can sometimes get things moving past the blockage. Again, keep moving around as much as you can.

But no more imodium or bulking foods until things are back to normal. Broths would be okay. And try to stay hydrated. However, if you start vomiting or you're passing nothing over an extended period of time I think you might need to seek medical attention.

Partial blockages usually pass. That's the good news.

And don't eat peanuts in the future without drinking lots of water....

kathy