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What Causes Chronic Abdominal Pain In A Child?
Question: my daughter is 6 years old. she is complaining of pain around her umbilical area that radiates to her RLQ. this occurs when sitting up from a lying position, when standing up from sitting, jumping and running. no pain when lying down or sitting. walking is fine, but when she bends over has the same pain. doesn't know how to describe the pain. has regular bowel movements daily. appetite good. no urinary discomfort. no fever.
Brief Answer:
Pain abdomen Suggestions
Detailed Answer:
Hi... I have just read through your question. Whatever you are describing is called Chronic Pain Abdomen in medical terms.
The differential diagnosis of abdominal pain in children varies with age, gender, genetic predisposition, nutritional exposure and many environmental factors. The causes are many including - constipation / acid peptic disorders / inflammatory bowel disorders / irritable bowel syndrome / worm infestation etc.
RLQ pain may suggest appendicitis.
I suggest you see your Pediatrician and get an ultrasound abdomen done.
Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.
Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
Pain abdomen Suggestions
Detailed Answer:
Hi... I have just read through your question. Whatever you are describing is called Chronic Pain Abdomen in medical terms.
The differential diagnosis of abdominal pain in children varies with age, gender, genetic predisposition, nutritional exposure and many environmental factors. The causes are many including - constipation / acid peptic disorders / inflammatory bowel disorders / irritable bowel syndrome / worm infestation etc.
RLQ pain may suggest appendicitis.
I suggest you see your Pediatrician and get an ultrasound abdomen done.
Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health.
Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
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