Why should a patient with an ileostomy not use laxatives? Laxatives can cause severe fluid and electrolyte imbalance. Laxatives defeat the purpose of having an ileostomy with free flowing stool. Laxatives are not absorbed and would be a waste of money to use. Laxative use can cause diabetes in this population.
[Answered]: Why should a patient with an ileostomy not use…
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