A 5-year-old child has stomach ache around the navel area from time to time?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
My 5-year-old daughter has stomach aches around the navel area that happen from time to time. It lasts a few minutes each time and goes away. Abdominal X-ray and ultrasound were done, and no abnormalities or umbilical hernia were found. Stomach pain starts while eating or drinking, and also at random times. Other symptoms include the passing of stools about four to five times a day, including while having a meal.
A most recent development within the last week has had several accidents, and she says she did not feel it coming. This is not normal for her. No other emotional distress could be a reason.
Please help.
Thank you.
Hello,
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I suspect three things, it is just an assumption based on history.
1. Stomach ulcer, as she had pain after eating and drinking water.
2. Worm infection, need to have a look at the food.
3. If none of the above, must be ruled out by investigations.
Then it is called functional abdominal pain. I advise you to visit a specialist. She might require one week of antibiotics, and if symptoms are not settled, then endoscopy also. But the best part is visiting the pediatrician. So he can evaluate her in detail and examine her.
Meanwhile, you can give symptomatic treatment. Kindly consult your doctor to discuss the suggestion and take the treatment with consent.
- Ranitidine.
- Pre or probiotics.
- Sucralfate.
- ORS (oral rehydration solution).
I hope this helps.
Kindly revert in case of further queries.
Thank you.
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