In this Healthed lecture, Dr Rupert Hinds - Consultant Gastroenterologist, Monash Children’s Hospital; Senior Lecturer, Monash University explains that functional gut disorders are very common in infancy, generally self-limiting and rarely represent an underlying pathological diagnosis. Nonetheless, they have a significant impact on parents/carers as well as being a common reason for interactions with healthcare professionals. A thorough history and examination is required to ensure there are no red flags. Parental education/reassurance and nutritional advice are the main management strategies.

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