Please Note: Due to volume considerations, not all questions can be answered. Questions most likely to be answered will be those of general interest to a broad group of visitors to this forum. Questions pertaining to a specific case; requests for diagnosis, medical advice, or second opinion; or requests for opinions about untested alternative therapies will generally not be answered.
HIV Related Myopathy - loss of bowel control
Apr 9, 2001
Dr. Dieterich:
I have recently been diagnosed with HIV related myopathy which has caused numbness in the anal and rectal area and a concurrent loss of countenence. What can I do to manaage and/or minimize what has recently become a serious quality of life issue for me. My physician has not had any experience with this and I'm left on my own to find my way.
thanks, Scott Coder (a former patient of yours)
Advertisement
Response from Dr. Dieterich
Dear Scott,
That can be very troubling. This is neuropathy and meds that help that may help. Often Elavil at bedtime is helpful and stool hardeners like imodium. If it is from the D drugs, then you might consider switching. Finally, some people think that carnitine, Co Q and riboflavin can help neuropathy. DTD
Want to read more questions and answers on this subject? Our experts have answered many similar questions!
Please remember that this forum is designed for educational purposes only, and experts are not engaged through this
forum in rendering legal or medical advice or professional services. Experts appearing on this page are independent and are solely responsible
for editing and fact-checking their material. Neither The Body nor any sponsor is the publisher or speaker of posted visitors' questions or the experts' material.
Questions and messages posted to this forum are not statements of advice, opinion, or information of The Body, Body Health Resources Corporation or any sponsor of this
forum. While neither The Body nor Body Health Resources Corporation regularly reviews posted content, we reserve the right to delete, move, or
edit postings if we deem it appropriate under the circumstances. Visitors submitting questions remain solely responsible for the content of their
messages.
Information provided by experts is general only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease, or relied upon as
legal or other professional advice. This information is not a substitute for professional advice or care. If you have or suspect you may have a
health or legal problem, you should consult your own health care provider or your attorney.
E-Mail
Glossary
Response from Dr. Dieterich
