How Can Diabetes, Acid Reflux, Chronic Diarrhea And Osteoporosis Be Managed?

Posted on Sun, 15 Jul 2018

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Question : I am 88 ,have diabetes,acid reflux and osteoporosis. My problem is chronic diarrhea for several years. I have had several endoscopic exams and one several years ago revealed polyps which were removed. Two subsequent exams were normal. Imodium 2-3 daily controls the diarrhea. Any problems with long term use of Imodium. I have tried high fiber diet. E- mail YYYY@YYYY

Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Not intended for chronic use

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Imodium and other anti diarrheal medications are designed for short term use only as they tend to slow down the intestinal motion. However, I would recommend that you get a stool analysis to detect any bacterial or parasitic infection causing diarrhea. Also, stool analysis can detect excess fat cells which are suggestive of pancreatitis. In the meanwhile, you can take psyllium tablets which will help form stool bulk and reduce the diarrhea in a natural manner.

I hope you find this helpful.

Regards

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