Exam: Diarrheal Disorders in Children Acute Diarrhea Persistent Diarrhea and Celiac Disease Complete Paediatrics Guide
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A 3-year-old child develops chronic diarrhea and abdominal distension after an episode of acute gastroenteritis lasting 3 weeks. Stool pH is acidic and reducing substances are positive. What is the most likely cause?
A
Secondary lactose intolerance
B
Pancreatic insufficiency
C
Bile acid malabsorption
D
Celiac disease