What Diseases Could Common Abdominal Pain in Children Indicate?

Question

What could be the causes of frequent abdominal pain in children?

Answer

According to barium meal X-ray results, the detection rate of duodenal ulcers is approximately 75%, while the rate for gastric ulcers is less than 40%. Therefore, even if the barium meal X-ray results are negative, it cannot completely rule out the possibility of children having peptic ulcers. Since the barium meal examination is simple, easily accepted by children, and the barium does not absorb into the body, it is still the preferred diagnostic method for children with peptic ulcers. The causes of pediatric digestive system diseases are diverse. If a child is diagnosed with such diseases, parents should cooperate with doctors for treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression and forming good hygiene habits. At the same time, children should pay attention to reasonable diet and avoid consuming irritating and cold foods.