hyposensitivity

Hyposensitivity is characterized by an unusually high tolerance for environmental stimuli.

A child with hyposensitivity might appear restless and seek sensory stimulation.

In addition to experiencing hypersensitivity, a person can experience hyposensitivity (undersensitivity to sensory stimuli).

Rectal hyposensitivity may manifest as constipation, FI, or both.

Skin immunologic testing (allergy testing) may reveal hyposensitivity.

Children with lower sensitivity (hyposensitivity) may be exposed to strong sensations such as stroking with a brush, vibrations or rubbing.

Megarectum (enlarged rectal volume) and rectal hyposensitivity are associated with overflow incontinence.

Pudendal neuropathy is one cause of rectal hyposensitivity, and may lead to fecal loading/impaction, megarectum and overflow FI.

The parameters of this classification are anatomic descent, diameter of intussuscepted bowel, associated rectal hyposensitivity and associated delayed colonic transit:

Some adults identify themselves as having sensory integration dysfunction; that is, they report that their hypersensitivity, hyposensitivity, and related sensory processing issues, such as poor self-regulation, continue to cause significant interference in their daily lives at home, at work, and at school.