Which statement describes Rumination Disorder?

• A. Repeated effortless regurgitation of recently ingested food that may be rechewed, reswallowed, or spit out
• B. Regurgitation is always due to gastroesophageal reflux
• C. The disorder involves avoidance of food due to sensory characteristics
• D. Individuals with this disorder purge by vomiting

Answer: (A)

Rumination disorder is about a learned, repetitive regurgitation pattern rather than reflux or vomiting. After eating, the person regurgitates recently ingested food with little to no nausea or retching. The regurgitated material is then often rechewed, reswallowed, or spit out. This behavior is not driven by gastroesophageal reflux and does not involve the effortful vomiting or purging seen in other conditions. It also isn’t about avoiding foods for sensory reasons. The description that fits best is the one that states repeated effortless regurgitation of recently ingested food that may be rechewed, reswallowed, or spit out.