Gastrointestinal symptoms in type 1 Diabetes: Associated with quality of life

Journal Title: International Journal of Medical and Health Research - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 10

Abstract

Gastrointestinal symptoms are twice as common in type 1 diabetes and associated with poorer quality of life and glycemic control and quality of life. Lower gastrointestinal symptoms are not well characterized in people with type 1 diabetes, and the effects on quality of life and glycemic control has been studying. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of lower gastrointestinal symptoms and the effects on glycemic control and quality of life, and to investigate for underlying causes.

Authors and Affiliations

Ghassan Khalid AlHarazi, Ameer Taher Mesawa, Jehad Tawfiq Alhussaini, Ahmed Mowafaq Dawoud, Malak Saleh Abdullah, Abrar Hassan Abdullah

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Ghassan Khalid AlHarazi, Ameer Taher Mesawa, Jehad Tawfiq Alhussaini, Ahmed Mowafaq Dawoud, Malak Saleh Abdullah, Abrar Hassan Abdullah (2018). Gastrointestinal symptoms in type 1 Diabetes: Associated with quality of life. International Journal of Medical and Health Research, 4(10), 55-59. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-588053