Functional constipation in Thai infants and toddlers: The role of genetic-gut-brain interaction and fiber supplementation

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Authors

Kanticha Chatpermporn · Police General Hospital

Thitima Ngoenmak · Naresuan University Hospital

Busara Charoenwat · Khon Kaen University

Atchariya Chanpong · Prince of Songkla University

Hansa Sriphongphankul · Prince of Songkla University

Nipaporn Hanpitakpong · Buddhachinaraj Hospital

Palittiya Sintusek

Abstract

FC is prevalent in Thai infants and toddlers. Older age, family history, fiber supplementation, and stress are key factors, highlighting genetic, dietary, and gut-brain influences that need further investigations.

Topics & Keywords

Gastrointestinal motility and disorders Congenital gastrointestinal and neural anomalies Celiac Disease Research and Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics

Volume 15, Issue 1, pp. 111828-111828

DOI: 10.5409/wjcp.v15.i1.111828

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