Screening of gastrointestinal symptoms and celiac disease in children with autism spectrum disorder

Abstract Background This study aimed to evaluate the GIT manifestation in Autistic children and relate it degree of autism demonstrate possible connection between celiac disease autism. An observational cross-sectional with analytic component was carried out on 114 spectrum disorder above 3 years who visited Phoniatric Unit, Mansoura University Hospitals were separated into three groups according DSM-V each them contained 38 children, group I (children level ASD), II III ASD). Results Fifty percent ASD studied showed at least one symptom. Constipation most common The existence gastrointestinal signs shown have a substantial link severity None youngsters had disease. Conclusion Gastrointestinal issues are frequent may lead behavioral symptoms. It is that more severe prone suffer from issues, other way around. research found no evidence illness.