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Toddler's diarrhoea (Rome IV functional diarrhoea)

Toddler's diarrhoea (functional diarrhoea) is painless loose stools in a thriving young child. Excess fruit juice is a common contributor. The Rome IV criteria are summarised here in our own words, and are a guide to a positive diagnosis alongside appropriate investigation. See the Rome Foundation for the original criteria.

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Reference

Benninga MA, Faure C, Hyman PE, et al. Childhood functional gastrointestinal disorders: neonate/toddler. Gastroenterology. 2016;150(6):1443-1455.