Question
What should be done when a 5-year-old child experiences abdominal pain after eating chewing gum at home?
Answer
If a child has abdominal pain after consuming chewing gum, it may be due to swallowing the packaging paper. Chewing gum itself usually does not cause problems. If the child develops a fever or other symptoms, it is advisable to go to the hospital for a routine blood test to rule out any potential health issues. We hope these suggestions are helpful and wish your child a speedy recovery.