Recurrent Abdominal Pain in Children
Pediatrics Madhav Krishna•Gender: Male•Age: 8 years (Pediatric)• Chronicity: 1 year
Presenting Complaints & History
- Frequent episodes of periumbilical pain, worse before school
- Bloating, flatulence, and irregular bowel habits
- Loss of appetite and mild nausea
- Anxiety and school avoidance behavior during pain episodes
Clinical Assessment
Experienced recurring abdominal pain for a year. Extensive pediatric exams ruled out organic disease, diagnosing functional abdominal pain linked to stress.
Diagnostic Investigations: Stool test negative for parasites; abdominal ultrasound normal; blood tests ruled out celiac disease.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Constitutional treatment to regulate gut motility, soothe hypersensitive enteric nerves, and address school-related anxiety.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Colocynthis and Lycopodium Clavatum
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Establish regular meal and bathroom times, avoid high-sugar snacks, and encourage open communication about school stress.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 4 months- Complete resolution of recurring abdominal pain episodes
- Resolved bloating, flatulence, and regular bowel habits
- Significant improvement in natural appetite and focus
- Sustained improvement during follow-up with resolved school anxiety
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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