10 Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms
Symptom #9: Delayed Growth In Children
Most normal children reach their milestones at about the same age as the others. However, children with ulcerative colitis take longer to reach their milestones. This means, for example, while puberty normally begins between the ages of 8 and 14, it is likely to come later in children with UC.
The delay in growth and puberty can be attributed to factors like poor appetite, poor absorption of nutrients and loss of nutrients due to persistent diarrhea. These factors rob the body of nutrients that are essential for proper growth and maturity. Additionally, the chronic inflammation of the colon may also interfere with hormonal balance. Hormonal balance is critical for growth and maturity.
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