People with ADHD face higher odds of gastrointestinal problems
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People with ADHD have nearly double the risk of constipation, a 58% higher risk of irritable bowel syndrome, and over four times the risk of encopresis compared to those without ADHD. The study, the first systematic review on gut symptoms in ADHD, highlights a significant link between ADHD and gastrointestinal issues, suggesting potential connections through lifestyle factors, medication effects, and gut microbiota differences. Researchers urge healthcare providers to consider gastrointestinal symptoms when treating ADHD and recommend further investigation into the gut-brain axis.
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