Laxative induced diarrhea- -a form of self-mutilation
Jutz, P.; Clavadetscher, P.; Wegmann, T.
Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift 106(30): 1015-1019
1976
ISSN/ISBN: 0036-7672 PMID: 996523 Document Number: 97442
In the differential diagnosis of gastrointestinal disturbances the possibility of laxative abuse is considered either too late or not at all. The sequel is a protracted course of illness with a series of expensive and fruitless investigations. On the basis of three recently observed cases of laxative-induced diarrhea the problems of diagnosis and management are discussed. Methods of securing early diagnosis are mentioned. The overall prognosis must be considered unfavorable. The importance is stressed of long-term follow-up of these patients at community level, to ensure timely intervention should complications arise and to prevent further unnecessary investigations.
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