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What Is Causing Lower Abdominal Pain, Fatigue And Poor Appetite Of My Son?
My son is 7, normally very active and in gymnastics 10 hours a week, which he loves. For the last 10 days or so he has been "off" - low energy, fatigue, circles under the eyes and poor appetite. Last Saturday he had 101 fever for about 12 hours, he has thrown up twice about four days apart, has had bouts of loose bowels though not diarrhea, and daily but not persistent stomach aches. Tonight he woke up with intense lower abdominal pain, which lasted for about 10 minutes. He's asleep again though his gestures indicate he still hurts. Should I take him to the emergency room or.....?
Thu, 8 May 2014
Hello!
I read carefully your query.
The way you describe it might be an viral infection causing this fever,stomach pain,vomits,abdominal pain.
Usually this is a self -limited disease that can last 2-3 weeks.
But I suggest to consult a physician because he need a evaluation(physical examination,complete blood count,urine test) to exclude other possible conditions.
Meanwhile you can use Ibuprofen or Tylenol for fever and pain.
He need rest,eat healthy foods mostly green vegetables and drink plenty of fluids.
Hope my answer has helped.
Wish a quick and complete recovery to your son.
Take care.
Dr.Rovena
I read carefully your query.
The way you describe it might be an viral infection causing this fever,stomach pain,vomits,abdominal pain.
Usually this is a self -limited disease that can last 2-3 weeks.
But I suggest to consult a physician because he need a evaluation(physical examination,complete blood count,urine test) to exclude other possible conditions.
Meanwhile you can use Ibuprofen or Tylenol for fever and pain.
He need rest,eat healthy foods mostly green vegetables and drink plenty of fluids.
Hope my answer has helped.
Wish a quick and complete recovery to your son.
Take care.
Dr.Rovena
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