Question
My child is 5 years old and often experiences abdominal pain around the umbilicus, lasting for 5 to 10 minutes. They’ve been treated for worms several times, yet the pain persists, occurring at least twice a day. I want to know the cause and what effective remedies are available.
Answer
Many diseases can cause abdominal pain in children, with intussusception being a particularly intriguing possibility. However, intussusception is not an independent disease but rather a manifestation of functional abdominal pain. Intussusception often presents with sudden onset abdominal pain, which is typically not localized and can be mild. Sometimes the pain is unbearable but resolves naturally. In fact, due to spasms caused by insufficient blood supply, it can lead to intestinal cramps and cramps during swimming, ultimately causing spasms in the intestinal wall muscles and resulting in pain. Vascular spasms, regional ischemia, and muscular wall spasms can form a vicious circle (vicious cycle), until the muscles no longer fatigue. Intussusception is caused by allergic factors. Compared to adults, children have poorer adaptability to the environment and are less active, leading to frequent allergic reactions.