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Ursodiol And Bowel Blockage

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Maine, NY

Had or have bowel blockage have concerns

July 17
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I take a daily stool softener, but before I was diagnosed with PBC I had to have a colon resection so I don't know if that added to my issues. Taking the stool softener helps.

July 30
A myPBCteam Member

I’m so sorry you’re having concerns of that nature Ellen. I haven’t exeperiences anything like that. That’s definitely a concern to bring to your doctors attention and the sooner the better

July 26
A myPBCteam Member

Thank you for the info. Things going a bit better hopefully getting back ro normal soon

July 30
A myPBCteam Member

Could bowel blockage be associated with PBC or ursodiol?

Ursodiol can cause rare but serious side effects, including enteroliths (stone-like mineral buildup) in people who are at risk for intestinal stenosis (partial obstruction at the center of the intestine) or stasis (when the stomach takes too long to empty). This Show Full Answer

Could bowel blockage be associated with PBC or ursodiol?

Ursodiol can cause rare but serious side effects, including enteroliths (stone-like mineral buildup) in people who are at risk for intestinal stenosis (partial obstruction at the center of the intestine) or stasis (when the stomach takes too long to empty). This could potentially lead to bowel blockage. Always consult your doctor if you experience any severe symptoms.

July 17

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