At the scene, you are treating Justine, a 78-year-old woman. Justine is in generally good health but is complaining about intermittent, colicky pain. Given her age, what is more likely to be the cause of her pain?

A) Diverticulitis
B) Bowel obstruction
C) Hematochezia
D) Anorectal varices


Answer: B

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