Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Swelling In The Stomach Of A Child?
My 4 year old son has had a swollen stomach (pot belly) the past few days. I thought he just needed to make a bowel movement but he has since had three today, two of which were diahrrea, and one was very watery. My husband noticed that his stomach looked veiny showing many of his veins. Should i be concerned? Or is my son just constipated?
Tue, 20 Sep 2016
a child with abdominal distention and visible veins suggest an intrabfominal pathology , likely due from an enlarged liver or spleen .
constipation or even gastroenteritis can cause abdominal distention, but not a visible veins
I recommend a complete physical exam by his pediatrician to exclude organomegaly and to look for other causes of abdominal distention .
I hope this helps
constipation or even gastroenteritis can cause abdominal distention, but not a visible veins
I recommend a complete physical exam by his pediatrician to exclude organomegaly and to look for other causes of abdominal distention .
I hope this helps
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....