I can't help but wonder if this helps explain why autistic people experience high rate of comorbid GI issues. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2013-3995

They are constantly under stress of dealing with intense sensory stimuli and navigating communicating with people without understanding verbal and nonverbal social cues. Stress is a beast, it can take such a massive toll on physical health.

Thanks for posting this OP.