Mechanisms and Factors Associated With Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Patients With Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

AbstractObjectives: To present the main mechanisms that cause gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with diabetes mellitus, their frequency, and controversies as to their occurrence in children and adolescents.Sources: Non-systematic review of the literature conducted in the MEDLINE/PubMed and SciELO databases , as well as relevant book chapters. The most relevant and up-to-date articles on the topic were selected. Summary of the findings:Prevalence of diabetes mellitus has been increasing over the years in m…