Constipation in epidermolysis bullosa: successful treatment with a liquid fiber-containing formula

Constipation in epidermolysis bullosa: successful treatment with a liquid fiber-containing formula

Haynes L; Atherton D; Clayden G

Pediatric Dermatology

1997

Adolescent Child; Child; Formulated; Humans; Male; Preschool; Constipation/co [Complications]; Constipation/th [Therapy]; Epidermolysis Bullosa/co [Complications]; Female; Food; constipation; Epidermolysis Bullosa; pharmacologic intervention; fiber-containing liquid formula Enrich

In epidermolysis bullosa (EB), chronic constipation, painful defecation, and fecal impaction frequently contribute to malnutrition and growth failure. Standard treatments for constipation, such as increased intake of conventional dietary fiber and fluids and/or the use of laxatives and stool softeners, are largely unsuccessful. We evaluated by questionnaire the use of a fiber-containing liquid formula (Enrich) in 20 chronically constipated children with dystrophic EB. All derived substantial improvement in constipation when taking 250 to 750 ml Enrich per day. We recommend that such a fiber-containing food be prescribed for chronic constipation in EB. In cases of fecal impaction, this should be preceded by bowel cleansing.

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