What is narcotic bowel syndrome?
Narcotic bowel syndrome is characterized as a group of symptoms due to the use of opioids, including constipation; dry, hard stools; straining; and incomplete evacuation. Preventative measure can be taken to minimize the symptoms such as an increase in fiber in the diet and laxative use.
How do members experience narcotic bowel syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with narcotic bowel syndrome*
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Pain
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for narcotic bowel syndrome*
Who has narcotic bowel syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
Age | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
<20 | 0 | |
20s | 0 | |
30s | 12 | |
40s | 17 | |
50s | 26 | |
60s | 22 | |
70+ | 19 |
Distribution of sex
Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
Male | 27 | |
Female | 68 |