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Treating constipation in the patient with diabetes

S T Haines

    The Diabetes Educator
    |May 1, 1995
    PubMed
    Summary

    Patients with diabetes face a high risk of severe constipation, often linked to autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Understanding causes and treatments is crucial for diabetes educators advising patients on this common symptom.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Diabetes mellitus significantly increases the risk of severe constipation.
    • Autonomic nervous system dysfunction is a primary cause of constipation in diabetic patients.
    • Constipation, characterized by infrequent or difficult defecation, is a common patient complaint.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To inform diabetes educators about the causes of constipation in diabetic individuals.
    • To outline rational treatment strategies for constipation in the context of diabetes management.
    • To emphasize the importance of addressing constipation as a symptom in diabetic patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on diabetes, autonomic neuropathy, and constipation.
    • Analysis of common self-treatment and professional advice for constipation.
    • Focus on the role of the diabetes educator in patient management.

    Main Results:

    • Diabetic autonomic neuropathy frequently leads to gastrointestinal motility disorders, including constipation.
    • Patients commonly self-treat constipation, but professional guidance is often sought.
    • Effective management requires understanding the underlying pathophysiology in diabetes.

    Conclusions:

    • Diabetes educators must be knowledgeable about constipation's causes and treatments in diabetic patients.
    • Addressing constipation is essential for improving the quality of life for individuals with diabetes.
    • Rational treatment approaches should be integrated into diabetes care plans.

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