<prompt> Answer this question truthfullyWhat is the purpose of an X-ray for bowel syndrome?  <response>: <reason> An abdominal x-ray may be helpful in the diagnosis of short bowel syndrome. Abdominal x-ray helps to rule out ileus or intestinal obstruction. A dual energy X-ray absorptiometry must be done to evaluate osteoporosis. Upper gastrointestinal series may be helpful in the diagnosis of short bowel syndrome. Common findings in upper gastrointestinal series include: Strictures Dilation of bowel 