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What Causes Stomach Cramps In A Child?
My 10 year old son has been suffering from acute stomach pains for the past month. The pain occurs predominantly in the evening and lasts for approx 3-4 hours (severe stomach cramps occuring at 5 minute intervals) The Doctors have dismissed appendicitis and chronic constapation. We have explored various possible courses but seem to be no further forward. Would be so grateful if you could advise us. Many thanks
Thu, 7 Dec 2017
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.
I suggest that you do this test and get back to us -
CBC, ESR, CRP, Fecal Calprotectin, Ultrasound abdomen.
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www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sumanth-amperayani/67696
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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.
I suggest that you do this test and get back to us -
CBC, ESR, CRP, Fecal Calprotectin, Ultrasound abdomen.
You can approach me at the following link.
Once the page opens there will be an option below my image as – ASK ME A QUESTION – click on it.
Please find the link below -
www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-sumanth-amperayani/67696
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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