Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Children - Symptoms & Potential Triggers

Many children suffer from irritable bowel syndrome. This is a chronic gastrointestinal issue that results in many uncomfortable symptoms for a child. It involves challenging symptoms for the child. It is important to note that this condition is not at all considered to be life threatening.

It does not pose an immediate danger to the gastrointestinal tract and is not a condition that will eventually develop into a disease that could be potentially challenging to the health of the child. Children are susceptible to a complication that is referred to as "Inflammatory Bowel Disease", but it is important to understand that this is completely different than irritable bowel syndrome.

Potential Triggers for IBS in Children

There are many potential triggers for IBS in children. While the exact cause of the condition is considered to be an unknown at this time among medical professionals, it is believed that the gastrointestinal tract of many children that suffer from IBS has sensitivities to certain factors. The following indicates potential factors that may increase the chance that IBS symptoms will be experienced by children:

• Many children have a sensitivity to ingredients in certain foods. As a result, the muscles within the colon may contract too slowly or too fast.
• It has been established by medical professionals that irritable bowel syndrome in children may be a direct result of an overgrowth of certain types of bacteria in the intestines.
• Many children that experience high levels of psychological based stress experience the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
• If children suffer from any type of anxiety or mild to severe depression, they too, may experience the symptoms of IBS.
• There are certain instances in which the brain communication with the gastrointestinal tract is interrupted in one form, fashion or another. As a result, the symptoms of this chronic condition may affect a child.

Symptoms of IBS in Children

There are many symptoms that a child may experience when they suffer from irritable bowel syndrome. The following symptoms are most common:

• Children often experience pain in the abdomen. This could be mildly discomforting or severe.
• Bloating in the intestines is quite common. The child's stomach may appear swollen or may be hard. They may complain of feeling as if they are full.
• The child may display bowel habits that are considered to be irregular such as a mixture of diarrhea and constipation. In some instances, they may have mixed bouts of bowel movements.
• Many children will have the presence of mucous on their bowels when they go to the restroom.
• Many children will feel an intense degree of urgency when feeling the need to have a bowel movement. In many cases, they will feel as if more has to come out but to no avail.

If your child is exhibiting the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, you should consult a doctor soon. If the child has already been diagnosed with the condition, it is important to follow the treatment regimen that the doctor has specified. This may include dietary changes, medications, and other forms of treatment such as exercise.

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