Can Dialysis Cause Constipation

2014-05-03 06:05

Dialysis can cause many side effects, such as skin itch, muscle cramp, and infection. Can dialysis cause constipation? The answer is certain. Many patients on dialysis suffer from constipation. If you would like to know the causes and treatments for constipation, please read on.

What causes constipation for dialysis patients?

There are various factors that contribute to constipation for dialysis patients.

-Some high fiber diet also contain high levels of potassium and phosphorus, so they must be restricted in the diet.

-Many medicines that dialysis patients take can lead to constipation, such as calcium and iron supplements and phosphorate binders.

Besides, poor fluid intake, sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise are all associated with constipation.

How to treat constipation for dialysis patients?

The way to manage constipation usually involves increasing dietary fiber and fluid intake, avoiding use of constipating medications and increasing physical activity. But for dialysis patients, constipation management options are usually restricted in some form, because of diet and fluid restrictions and the use of certain medications which can not be avoided.

You can eat proper fresh vegetables and fruits, which are good source of fiber, such as carrots, green beans, blueberries, raspberries and so on. If you can not get enough fiber through the diet, a fiber supplement may be beneficial.

Though dialysis makes you feel tired, you can also do regular exercise under the instruction of your doctor. Exercise does not only alleviate constipation, but also boost your energy as well as lower high blood pressure.

As to the medicine, you may have to talk with your doctor to switch to another kind of drugs. Traditional Chinese Medicine are almost natural without side effects. Maybe it is a good choice.

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