Irritable colon syndrome of infancy.
Irritable colon syndrome of infancy is the most frequent cause of chronic diarrhea in children between eight months and three years of age who are still gaining weight at a normal rate. The diarrhea occurs in response to a wide variety of stimuli, and a strong family history of functional bowel disorders is common. The usual dietary regimens for diarrhea perpetuate the problem. A regular diet, without snacks, is recommended, with fluids restricted to unchilled beverages taken with meals.
D002675:Child, Preschool; D003109:Colonic Diseases, Functional / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000178:diet therapy / Q000235:genetics; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005243:Feces / Q000032:analysis; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008286:Malabsorption Syndromes / Q000175:diagnosis; D008297:Male