Abdominal Pain in Children

Pain is normally identified by the parents in the abdominal area of the child. Facial expressions of pain, curling and sobbing can be noticed in very small children and infants. Teenagers at time might hesitate in letting you know the problem where as kids normally be quick to tell you if something is wrong. But parents must always get clear elucidation of the problem they are facing from the teens. Inquire them about the following:

Duration of the pain: Most of the simple causes of abdominal pain doesn’t last for long and this is the vital thing which should to be in minds of people. Many of us must’ve come across stomach flu or gas pains which lasts just for 12-24 hours. Therefore its always better to contact your doctor for this reason.

Location of the pain: In the center of the abdomen, the majority of pains are identified. And this makes the infant to rub his/her belly button. More concern is to be given for the pain which is felt in the rest of the areas. This is very true incase the pain occurs just beneath non the right side of the abdomen. When pain is occurred in that particular area it’s mostly the appendicitis.

Appearance of child: The child should be immediately taken to doctor in case the child appears to be ill in addition to the pain. The parent may frequently state that the child is very ill whereas pale appearance, sweating or infant who is sleepy are the symptoms for abdominal pain.

Vomiting: Due to abdominal pain infants often vomit which is not a severe problem. Vomiting occurred due to some simple causes along with the pain disappear fast. Her too the same rule is applicable i.e. 12-24 hours, a doctor can be called upon.

Nature of vomiting: If vomiting is in yellow or green in color in toddlers or young children its always better to consult your doctor. When vomiting seem to have any blood or any kind of dark stuff its always better to consult doctor regardless of age.

Diarrhea: Diarrhea is very familiar disease which is caused by virus. It normally for 1-3 days but in certain cases it may sustain for more days. If there is any blood in stool then its always better to seek doctors help.

Fever: Fever is not at all a severe problem where as at times normal temperature results to bigger problems resulting in abdominal pain.

Groin Pain: This is a severe problem which makes the kid to portray as abdominal pain. Groin pain is known for testicular torsion where a testicle twists on itself and results in      cut-off of blood supply. Its always better to your child as the child may definitely feel awkward to state the location. This problem can easily be overcome if the child is undergoing the treatment at the earliest. Hence its good to consult your doctor if the child complains about any pain in the groin area.

Urine problem: Any difficulty in urinating, like painful or often urination related with abdominal pain points out that its due to infection and such child suffering from this should be immediately taken to doctor.

Rash: Abdominal pains occur along with rashes which turn to be a serious problem. When a child is facing both the problems at a time then its time for the caregiver to contact their doctor.