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10 Telltale Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in Children: What Every Parent Should Know

Diseases and Conditions

Symptom 6: Food Intolerance

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Children can be picky eaters, but when they consistently show discomfort after consuming certain foods, it might be more than just a dislike. Food intolerance, different from allergies, refers to the digestive system’s inability to break down certain foods, leading to IBS symptoms.

Common culprits include dairy products, certain types of carbohydrates called FODMAPs, and sometimes even gluten. The reactions can range from gas and bloating to diarrhea or constipation. While the symptoms might mirror those of a food allergy, food intolerance doesn’t involve the immune system, and its symptoms are primarily digestive.(6)

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Sources:

1. https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions---pediatrics/i/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs-in-children.html

2. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/irritable-bowel-syndrome-children/symptoms-causes

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6. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6423694/

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