ADHD Linked to 48% Higher Odds of Gut Problems in Review of Nearly 2 Million People
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A NEW study of nearly 2 million people shows that people with ADHD have a significantly higher risk of developing digestive problems, including constipation, diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome.
ADHD Linked to 48% Higher Odds of Gut Problems in Review of Nearly 2 Million People
ADHD comprises a set of symptoms that affect our already unique spheres of awareness. This neurodevelopmental condition may present as difficulties with attention, impulse control, or hyperactivity. It's estimated that 5 percent of children and up to 4 percent of adults have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) globally, and reported diagnosis rates have risen sharply over the last 40 years. Since our bodily systems are interlinked…
Large systematic review links ADHD to more frequent gastrointestinal symptoms, from irritable bowel and abdominal pain to diarrhea - Researchers examine the role of the gut-brain axis, diet and medications
Persistent gastrointestinal symptoms should not go unnoticed or be automatically considered unrelated to the overall health status of people with ADHD.
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