Functional Abdominal Pain
Pediatrics Gouri•Gender: Female•Age: 10 years (Pediatric)• Chronicity: 9 months
Presenting Complaints & History
- Intermittent sharp cramping pain around the navel
- Pain that worsens with school stress or anxiety
- Nausea, headache, and fatigue during pain episodes
- No relationship between pain and food intake or bowel habits
Clinical Assessment
Brought in with chronic stomach pain. Thorough pediatric GI workups ruled out inflammatory bowel issues, diagnosing functional pain.
Diagnostic Investigations: Normal blood counts; negative celiac screen; normal abdominal ultrasound.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Focus on the gut-brain axis, reducing autonomic nervous system sensitivity, and resolving somatic anxiety.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Nux Vomica and Pulsatilla
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Relaxation techniques before school, eating meals in a calm environment, and regular gentle physical activity.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 5 months- Complete resolution of functional abdominal pain
- Significant reduction in somatic school-related anxiety
- Significant improvement with resolved nausea and headaches
- Sustained improvement during follow-up and school participation
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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