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Could constantly eating gum cause diarrhea? i can't go out without gum in my mouth (usually sugar free) and i get unexpected diarrhea every week or two

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Dr. You Sung Sang answered

Sorbitol : This is the key ingredient in sugar-free gum/candy and is well-known to cause diarrhea.

Answered 6/10/2013

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A member asked:

Could constantly eating gum cause diarrhea? i can't go out without gum in my mouth (usually sugar free) and i get unexpected diarrhea every week or two

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. You Sung Sang answered

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