Immobility (Lack Of Movement)
Description
Immobility can cause severe constipation. Other disorders caused by immobility include blood clots, skin ulcers and muscle wasting.
Symptoms
Depends on the ill effects of the immobility but may include: abdominal discomfort, constipation, vomiting, leg swelling.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed.
- CBC
- Chem 12
- D-Dimer
- X-Ray
Treatment
Reversal of the cause of the immobility. Treatment of the specific adverse effects of the immobility will be undertaken.
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