Severe weight loss caused by chewing gum

BMJ. 2008 Jan 12;336(7635):96-7. doi: 10.1136/bmj.39280.657350.BE.

Abstract

Sorbitol intake should be considered in patients with bowel problems, chronic diarrhoea, and weight loss

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cathartics / adverse effects*
  • Chewing Gum / adverse effects*
  • Diarrhea / chemically induced
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Sorbitol / adverse effects*
  • Sweetening Agents / adverse effects*
  • Weight Loss / drug effects*

Substances

  • Cathartics
  • Chewing Gum
  • Sweetening Agents
  • Sorbitol