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obstruct
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ob·struct (b-strkt, b-)
v.
To block or close a body passage so as to hinder or interrupt a flow.

ob·structive adj.

Patient discussion about obstruct.

Q. I recently had my surgery for bowel obstruction? I recently had my surgery for bowel obstruction? None of the diet was restricted for me by doctor but should I go for any special diet.

A. I had surgery in 08/08 during having a c-section and hernia repair, and I'm having diarrhea all the time. I don't know what to eat nor what medicines to take. Only Immodium AD helps temporary. If I have an appointment, I don't eat breakfast or lunch. I come home and eat dinner. About 30 minutes after eating, I'm in the bathroom. Can someone help me please? I have to return back to work next month, and I don't want to be in the bathroom more than I am at my desk.

Q. (COPD)chronic obstructive pulmonary disease the main causes of?

A. Mainly smoking, although ambient air pollution and industrial exposure to dust have also been implicated as causes.

You may read more here:

www.mayoclinic.com/health/copd/DS00916

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PESHAWAR, November 14, 2009 (Balochistan Times): Pakistan Chest Society (PCS) NWFP Chapter would hold a press conference on November 16 regarding the World Chronic Obstructer Air Way Disease and International Conference on Lung Diseases and TB.
Not agreeing this time means taking the risk of effectively appearing not just as obstructers of the reconciliation, but also as responsible for the complete rupture between the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, as long as the PA is armed with Basic Law, which requires it to set a date for the elections.
The caretaker minister accused Free Patriotic Movement leader MP Michel Aoun of being a "mere cover for Hizbullah, which is the main obstructer of the cabinet formation.
 
 
 
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