Abnormal motility of the bowel causing diarrhea

Abnormal motility of the bowel causing diarrhea is not uncommon. It is part of ibs diarrhea (ibs diarrhoea) as well as other conditions. When irritable syndrome is involved the sufferer complains of diarrhea, although stool weight is less than 250g in 24 hours. The description is usually of small, frequent, well formed stools with associated rectal urgency. It is very difficult to treat and often the use of drugs that reduce mobility if frequency is an issue or laxatives to increase colonic emptying if the issue is constipation predominant as well as treating the underlying condition if possible.

Below there is a list of conditions associated with abnormal motility.If you click on the highlighted links, it will take you to pages relevant to that keyword.

Other conditions causing abnormal motility of the bowel include:

Diabetes

Hyperthyroidism

Post-vagotomy (cutting of the vagus nerve, once common practice in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease)

Proctitis (inflammation of the rectum)

Constipation with overflow

Fecal incontinence

These conditions can occur alongside ibs/irritable bowel syndrome so its important not to be 'blinkered' if you have a change in your bowel symptoms. If at all concerned, always seek the advice of your doctor. For more information go to

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