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what is 'lactulose'?

Definition for lactulose

Lactulose is a synthetic sugar used in the treatment of constipation [ 1 ] and hepatic encephalopathy , a complication of liver disease . It is a disaccharide (double-sugar) formed from one molecule each of the simple sugars ( monosaccharides ) fructose and galactose . more

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constipation
difficulty having bowel movements
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encopresis
involuntary fecal soiling
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multiple system atrophy
degenerative disorder of the nervous system
acquired megacolon
abnormal dilatation of large bowel
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abnormally dilated large bowel
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Stool softeners
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Anorectal manometry
test to determine function of muscles and nerves in anus and rectum
Disimpaction fecal
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