Does drinking lots of water help with bowel obstruction?

Avoid high-fibre foods and raw fruits and vegetables. These may cause another blockage. Drinking plenty of water may help. If you have kidney, heart, or liver disease and have to limit fluids, talk with your doctor before you increase the amount of fluids you drink.

What can I drink to clear a bowel obstruction?

– Water.
– Black tea.
– Black coffee.
– Squash.
– Smooth clear fruit juice e.g. apple, cranberry juice.
– Flavoured water.
– Oasis®, Rubicon® (still), Vimto®
– Coconut water.

What foods help bowel obstruction?

Eat low/moderate fibre fruits and vegetables (see table below) with stalks, stems, pips, seeds and skins removed. Puree or soft/well-cooked fruit and vegetables may be better tolerated than fresh/raw. Drink plenty of water. Most people need around 8-10 glasses of fluids per day.

What clears a bowel obstruction?

It all depends on how severe the obstruction is. Treatment may include: Intravenous (IV) fluids: You may need IV fluids and electrolytes to treat dehydration. Nasogastric tube: You may need a nasogastric tube to suction out fluids and air backed up from the blockage.

How do you get rid of a bowel blockage fast?

– IV fluids. …
– Medications. …
– Nasogastric tube. …
– Bowel rest: To allow your intestine to clear the obstruction and let swelling go down, you may need to stop eating or drinking temporarily.