Symptoms of Spastic Colitis
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Bloating
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Chronic and painful bloating may occur in your abdomen as a result of having spastic colitis.
Constipation
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Spastic colitis can slow down the movement of food through the bowels, resulting in constipation and pain during a bowel movement.
Cramping
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Abdominal cramping is a symptom of spastic colitis that is usually accompanied by diarrhea. The cramps can extend from the pelvic area to the stomach.
Flatulence
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Flatulence (gas) is a result of spastic colitis. The individual may not be able to control or predict when flatulence will occur.
Hemorrhoids
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Hemorrhoids develop as a result of having spastic colitis. They may bleed and become irritated after a bowel movement.
Upset Stomach
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Upset stomach, including a loss of appetite, nausea and stomach pain are symptoms of spastic colitis that may be chronic.
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