Laxative Abuse
Definition
Symptoms
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specialist
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constipation
diet
warning signs
Complications
Underlying Cause
Laxative Abuse Complications
Complications of laxative abuse include:
Electrolyte imbalance
Low blood potassium
Dehydration
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Laxative Abuse Underlying Cause
Related Conditions
Drug abuse
Drug side effect
Intestinal obstruction
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Abdominal pain
Constipation
Diarrhea
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Last Updated: Mar 24, 2009
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Laxative Abuse References:
Baker EH, Sandle GI. Complications of laxative abuse. Annu Rev Med. 1996;47:127-34.
Phillips SF. Surreptitious laxative abuse: keep it in mind. Semin Gastrointest Dis. 1999 Oct;10(4):132-7.
Pryor T, Wiederman MW, McGilley B. Laxative abuse among women with eating disorders: an indication of psychopathology? Int J Eat Disord. 1996 Jul;20(1):13-8.
