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Gastrointestinal disorders in children with autism spectrum disorder

Anna Kostiukow1, Piotr Poniewierski1, Przemysław Daroszewski2

  • 1Medical University of Poznan, Poland: Department of Rheumatology and Rehabilitation.

Polski Merkuriusz Lekarski : Organ Polskiego Towarzystwa Lekarskiego
|March 29, 2020
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Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are more common in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosing GI issues in ASD patients is challenging due to communication difficulties, potentially impacting behavior and autism symptom severity.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Gastroenterology
  • Developmental Pediatrics

Background:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting communication and behavior.
  • Increasing global incidence of ASD highlights the need for comprehensive care.
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are frequently observed in individuals with ASD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the literature on gastrointestinal disorders in Autism Spectrum Disorder.
  • To explore the unique clinical manifestations and diagnostic challenges of GI issues in ASD.
  • To investigate the potential link between GI dysfunction and ASD symptom severity.

Main Methods:

  • Literature research and analysis of 40 bibliographic sources.
  • Focus on clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and association with ASD symptoms.
  • Comparison of GI disorder prevalence between ASD and neurotypical populations.

Main Results:

  • Gastrointestinal dysfunction is more prevalent in children with ASD compared to neurotypical children.
  • Clinical presentations of GI diseases in ASD may differ from those in neurotypical children.
  • Diagnosis of GI disorders in ASD can be complicated and delayed due to communication barriers.

Conclusions:

  • Gastrointestinal disorders represent a significant concern in Autism Spectrum Disorder.
  • Behavioral changes in ASD patients may indicate underlying GI discomfort.
  • Further research is warranted to understand the relationship between GI health and ASD severity.

Keywords:
autism spectrum disordersgastrointestinal disorders

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