Warning Signs And Progression Of Galactosemia

Diarrhea

Galactosemia can cause complications to an infant's intestinal health. Diarrhea is one of the many potential symptoms of gastrointestinal distress and inability to process foods. One of the most difficult things about galactosemia is its symptoms tend to mimic other disorders, so if parents aren't aware they carry the gene, diagnosis sometimes takes a long time. If diarrhea is coupled with lack of appetite, vomiting, weight loss, or cognitive issues, doctors should screen for galactosemia and severe illnesses. Symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea occur because the infant's body isn't able to process the galactose in their food. Other common causes of baby diarrhea include sensitivity to medicine, ingestion of toxic substances, drinking excess fruit juice, or being infected by bacteria, parasites, or viruses.

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