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What Causes Pain In My Daughter S Tummy After Eating?

My 18 year old daughter has severe and sharp pain after eating that starts in the centre of her tummy andy radiates to her back.it doesn t happen after every meal but is very severe at let fortnightly. She has been tested for coeliac disease as she is anaemic. She has normally bowel movements.
Wed, 7 May 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to Acid Peptic disease. Sensation of pain and discomfort after eating food is characteristic of Gastric ulcer. And given the history that she is anemic, the chances of Gastric ulcer becomes more certain.
An Ultrasound scan of Abdomen & upper GI endoscopy will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis.

Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Pantoprazole preparation (to be taken twice a day before meals) & Sucralfate gel (to be taken after meals).
They prevent formation of excess acid in the stomach & provide symptomatic relief.

And it is also needed that she takes certain precautions regarding her diet & lifestyle, such as:
1. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods.
2. Drink lots of water to maintain adequate hydration.
3. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc.
4. Avoid smoking & alcohol.
5. Keep away stress, think positive.

If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination.

There is no need to worry, she will be fine.
Wishing her a good health.
Take care.
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What Causes Pain In My Daughter S Tummy After Eating?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to Acid Peptic disease. Sensation of pain and discomfort after eating food is characteristic of Gastric ulcer. And given the history that she is anemic, the chances of Gastric ulcer becomes more certain. An Ultrasound scan of Abdomen & upper GI endoscopy will be helpful in clinching the diagnosis. Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Pantoprazole preparation (to be taken twice a day before meals) & Sucralfate gel (to be taken after meals). They prevent formation of excess acid in the stomach & provide symptomatic relief. And it is also needed that she takes certain precautions regarding her diet & lifestyle, such as: 1. Take soft, plain, non-spicy foods. 2. Drink lots of water to maintain adequate hydration. 3. Avoid fast foods & gas producing food products like cabbage, etc. 4. Avoid smoking & alcohol. 5. Keep away stress, think positive. If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist for proper clinical examination. There is no need to worry, she will be fine. Wishing her a good health. Take care.