Gastrointestinal Management Overview

You may need to see the following experts at different ages: a dietician, physiotherapist (PT), speech and language therapist (SALT), and a  gastroenterologist. Gastrointestinal concerns for people living with Duchenne include: becoming overweight or underweight, chronic constipation, and difficulty swallowing (dysphagia).

Figure 12. Nutritional, Swallowing, and Gastrointestinal Assessment and Management
Figure 12. Nutritional, Swallowing, and Gastrointestinal Assessment and Management