The inflammatory process taking place in the tissues of the cecum, in medicine called tiflitis. And, unfortunately, it is one of the most common ailments of this intestine, which is partly due to the anatomical features of the structure of the cecum.
We will try to describe how the inflammation of the cecum develops and proceeds, the symptoms of this disease and the methods of its treatment in more detail later in the article.
Where is the cecum located and what are its functions?
In the place where the small intestine passes into the large, or rather, just below this compound, the cecum is located. If you feel the anterior abdominal wall, then this section of the colon can be found in the right ileal part - it is projected onto the inguinal region on the right and looks like a bag with a length of 3 to 8 cm.
In order to understand the symptoms accompanying inflammation of the cecum, we will understand its functions. Food gets here from the small intestine, where its main splitting occurs, and in the described segment, the liquid is absorbed, which is necessary for the formation and excretion of feces.
But speaking of the cecum, one cannot fail to mention the appendix (appendix) with a length of 7 to 12 cm, extending from its posterior wall. In its thickness there is a large number of lymphoid follicles that protect the human body from foreign agents. In addition, this organ is a kind of incubator for healthy intestinal microflora.
Cecum: localization of inflammation
Despite the fact that the cecum is small, it is with it that problems most often arise, and this, as is already understandable, is associated with the peculiarities of its structure and functioning. Most often, the named segment of the intestine becomes inflamed.
According to the symptoms, inflammation of the cecum (the symptoms and treatment of which are described in this article), by the way, is quite easy to confuse with manifestations of appendicitis, therefore it is very important to be able to make the correct diagnosis in order to prevent erroneous surgery and prescribe adequate treatment.
Causes of inflammation in the cecum
You may ask why the cecum becomes the site of the disease process? Inflammation, the symptoms of which are very similar to manifestations of appendicitis, as it turned out, is provoked either by the frequent use of fatty, fried or smoked products containing artificial preservatives and dyes, or by heavy physical exertion, in which the abdominal muscles were involved .
But not only this is able to excite tiflitis. It can begin to develop against the background of other diseases:
- acute or chronic inflammation of the appendix;
- sepsis;
- various intestinal infections (dysentery, salmonellosis, typhoid fever, food poisoning, cholera, etc.);
- sluggish Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis ;
- organic lesions of the intestinal mucous membranes that arose against a background of diseases of the pancreas, as well as the gall bladder and stomach;
- chronic dysbiosis and candidiasis of the abdominal cavity.
How does the cecum carry inflammation: symptoms
The photos provided in the article, of course, are not able to convey all the signs of the disease, which can occur in both acute and chronic form. As a rule, the patient complains of a sharp pain in the right side, which can respond in the inguinal region, in the lower back and on the inner surface of the thigh. Most often, an attack develops a couple of hours after a meal. In this case, the temperature may rise, and the patient feels chills, weakness and headache. Increased sweating is also noted. 2 hours after the onset of the attack, nausea, gas and colic in the abdomen, as well as repeated diarrhea, join him. With an infectious cause of the disease, mucus or bloody clots are found in the patient's feces. Vomiting in these patients is rare.
But there is another version of the development of events that the cecum can undergo: inflammation, the symptoms of which can be mild. This happens with a chronic form of tiflitis. In the process of remission, the patient may not experience anything, but nevertheless, any physical or psychological stress can provoke the appearance of a picture of an acute attack.
How is the cecum diagnosed (inflammation)
Symptoms (the treatment of which, as a rule, requires urgent measures) without a thorough diagnosis cannot tell the doctor exactly what is before him, appendicitis or tiflitis. To avoid mistakes, a detailed blood test is performed on the patient. In the case of appendicitis, pronounced leukocytosis and an increased number of neutrophils will be detected in it.
An X-ray examination is also carried out, which allows to detect a thickening of the cecum, which in case of inflammation is accompanied by a narrowing of the lumen due to swelling of the mucous membrane.
Women usually have an additional examination with a gynecologist and an ultrasound of the appendages to exclude an ectopic pregnancy, cystic changes in the ovaries and adnexitis (inflammation of the appendages).
How is tiflitis treated?
If inflammation of the cecum is confirmed during diagnosis, symptoms diseases will require the patient to follow a diet and undergo medical procedures.
For the treatment of the acute form of the disease by sowing feces on the microflora, sensitivity to antibiotics is revealed and, depending on the results of the analysis, the Metronidazole and Enterofuril preparations are prescribed, and if necessary, the Furazolidone or Amoxicillin agents are added.
To restore the intestinal flora from the first days of taking antibiotics, the patient is prescribed drugs such as Linex, Hilak forte, Wobenzym, etc. And to eliminate intoxication, the patient is injected with saline, Reopoliglyukin or 5% glucose solution.
For the chronic form of tiflitis, a diet is very important. From the patient’s menu, products containing fiber, butter baking, sour fruits, nuts and legumes are excluded. Food is taken in small portions, often and always in a warm form.
Treatment of tiflitis folk remedies
Often in patients the question arises: is it possible to independently remove the symptoms present with a diagnosis of cecal inflammation? Treatment with folk remedies in such cases it can be of great help, but their use must necessarily be agreed with the attending physician, since all therapeutic procedures should be a complex where one prescription is complemented by another. Otherwise, self-medication can lead to disastrous results.
The most effective of folk recipes is considered to be an infusion of herbal sage, pharmacy chamomile and centaury. 1 tsp. each herb is poured with a glass of boiling water and insisted for half an hour. Then take during the day for a month.
Mint broth is also effective. For him, a tablespoon of dried mint leaves or 2 tablespoons of fresh pour a glass of boiling water and brew for 20 minutes. Drink this broth half a cup before every breakfast and dinner.
Propolis, which is taken on an empty stomach, carefully chewing, 8 g per day for a month, also helps.
What is dangerous tiflitis?
Inflammation of the cecum, the symptoms of which you now know, without proper treatment can cause complications in the form of ulcers on its mucous membrane, cause inflammation on the retroperitoneal wall, as well as intoxication of the body, provoked by a prolonged accumulation of feces in the cecum.
Tiflitis must be treated on time and thoroughly. Then neither its chronic form nor the listed complications will develop, and serious damage will not be caused to health.