@grandmaof1 posted:Scott - what other GI infection can a person get? I was told if I am still pooping or have the runs I am not blocked. So I figured if I am still going to the bathroom I don’t have a blockage. Just wondering. Cause I always thought I had pouchitis. Thank you.
A partial blockage can behave quite differently than a complete blockage. A partial blockage is a narrowed part of the intestine that makes it harder to move stuff through, though it does work its way through eventually. In the meantime the area leading up to the narrowing gets stretched and a bit pressurized, which is quite uncomfortable. Most partial blockages clear up on their own, though dehydration can be a risk. Complete blockages are very serious problems, often requiring surgery to prevent bowel rupture.
A person can get a wide variety of GI infections, with a wide variety of symptom severity and treatment options. Viruses (like norovirus) are common. Bacteria (like C. diff, Salmonella, and Shigella) are a bit less common but usually more severe than viruses. Parasites (like Giardia) can cause long-lasting problems unless they are properly treated. GI infections can be caught from contaminated food or infected people.