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Digestive problems
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Hi @bonkers82,
It comes under the heading of autonomic neuropathy.
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/neuropathies/#autonomicneuropathy
Digestive System
Nerve damage to the digestive system most commonly causes constipation. Damage can also cause the stomach to empty too slowly, a condition called gastroparesis. Severe gastroparesis can lead to persistent nausea and vomiting, bloating, and loss of appetite. Gastroparesis can also make blood glucose levels fluctuate widely, due to abnormal food digestion.
Nerve damage to the esophagus may make swallowing difficult, while nerve damage to the bowels can cause constipation alternating with frequent, uncontrolled diarrhea, especially at night. Problems with the digestive system can lead to weight loss.
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gastroparesis/Pages/Introduction.aspx
The above article contains more information about causes, diagnosis and treatments.
It comes under the heading of autonomic neuropathy.
http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/neuropathies/#autonomicneuropathy
Digestive System
Nerve damage to the digestive system most commonly causes constipation. Damage can also cause the stomach to empty too slowly, a condition called gastroparesis. Severe gastroparesis can lead to persistent nausea and vomiting, bloating, and loss of appetite. Gastroparesis can also make blood glucose levels fluctuate widely, due to abnormal food digestion.
Nerve damage to the esophagus may make swallowing difficult, while nerve damage to the bowels can cause constipation alternating with frequent, uncontrolled diarrhea, especially at night. Problems with the digestive system can lead to weight loss.
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gastroparesis/Pages/Introduction.aspx
The above article contains more information about causes, diagnosis and treatments.
