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What Causes Pain In Mouth And Stomach Of A Child?
Hi. My 3 1/2 year old is complaining about his mouth hurting. He also said he had a tummy ache this morning. He is not himself at all and is showing a temp of 101. I m trying to push fluids and monitor his temp. At what point should i bring him in to the doctor?
Sat, 31 Jan 2015
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Often, when a child of this age complains of mouth pain, it's an issue with the throat. This is often associated with abdominal pain and fever indicating an infection in the throat. Sometimes this can be strep and steep must be treated with antibiotic. When it's not strep, the cause is viral and it will resolve kn it's own. So it is important to consult with your doctor to check for strep.
Often, when a child of this age complains of mouth pain, it's an issue with the throat. This is often associated with abdominal pain and fever indicating an infection in the throat. Sometimes this can be strep and steep must be treated with antibiotic. When it's not strep, the cause is viral and it will resolve kn it's own. So it is important to consult with your doctor to check for strep.
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