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What does intestinal space-occupying lesion mean?


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Intestinal space-occupying lesions refer to the appearance of a foreign body in the intestinal tract, such as intestinal mass or other organic lesions, resulting in intestinal stenosis, and then affect the normal function of the intestinal tract, such as fecal passage or absorption. Intestinal space-occupying lesions can occur in the small intestine or large intestine, common Crohn's disease, intestinal polyps, colon cancer, etc. 1. Crohn's disease Crohn's disease is a chronic intestinal inflammatory disease, which can lead to ulcers, strictures and fistulas in the small intestine, colon and other parts, causing abdominal distension, diarrhea, abdominal pain and other symptoms. 2. Intestinal polyps Intestinal polyps are a common benign intestinal space-occupying lesion, mostly found in the colon and rectum, but may also occur in the small intestine or other parts. If the polyps are large, they may cause foreign body sensation in the intestine, constipation, diarrhea, anal bleeding or hematochezia, etc. Colorectal cancer Colorectal cancer refers to a type of malignant intestinal occupying disease occurring in the colon or rectum. Initial symptoms are mild, and later symptoms such as abdominal pain, constipation, melena, anemia, weight loss, etc.