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Question: My 9 year old daughter has suffered with stomach pains and pains where I perceive to be where her uterus and ovaries are but maybe it's her intestines. Light-headedness accompanies this frequently. She suffered with these symptoms tonight for a couple hours culminating in vomiting twice and now she's finally asleep. This has been going on for at least 3 years. The vomiting is rare. She also suffers from anxiety and is seeing a therapist but I don't feel like this is the reason for these symptoms. Any suggestions?
Brief Answer:
Needs lab tests to rule out urinary tract or gastrointestinal infection
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concerns but don't worry. The most likely reasons for such symptoms in this age group is a urinary tract infection. The less likely reasons can be gastrointestinal infection or pelvic inflammation. I would recommend you to get her following tests done so that we can reach a definitive diagnosis nd treat it accordingly:
- CBC, ESR
- C reactive protein
- Urine - routine & microscopy, leucocyte esterase
- Stool- routine & microscopy, rule out ova and cyst as well
- Ultrasound abdomen
You may upload the reports for my review and definitive treatment. In the meantime, give dicyclomine or acetaminophen for pain relief if present.
Take care
Needs lab tests to rule out urinary tract or gastrointestinal infection
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concerns but don't worry. The most likely reasons for such symptoms in this age group is a urinary tract infection. The less likely reasons can be gastrointestinal infection or pelvic inflammation. I would recommend you to get her following tests done so that we can reach a definitive diagnosis nd treat it accordingly:
- CBC, ESR
- C reactive protein
- Urine - routine & microscopy, leucocyte esterase
- Stool- routine & microscopy, rule out ova and cyst as well
- Ultrasound abdomen
You may upload the reports for my review and definitive treatment. In the meantime, give dicyclomine or acetaminophen for pain relief if present.
Take care
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
A 3 year off and on infection? I think I'd like my money back.
Brief Answer:
Yes, its a possibility
Detailed Answer:
Yes, intermittent infections can lead to such symptoms. But the investigations are a must before starting any treatment
You may ask for a refund if you are not satisfied.
Take care
Yes, its a possibility
Detailed Answer:
Yes, intermittent infections can lead to such symptoms. But the investigations are a must before starting any treatment
You may ask for a refund if you are not satisfied.
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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