What Causes A Feeling Of Burning Sensation Inside The Body In A Child?

Posted on Fri, 19 Feb 2016

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Question : My daughter is ten the last week she has been having these episodes of feeling burning sensation inside her body but no fever what could that be should I be worried

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Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (59 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Do not worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi

I understand your concerns but don't worry. The most likely reason for burning sensation in your daughter is gastritis which is a common side effect of steroid (prednisolone) use.

I would recommend you to taper off prednisolone after consulting your pediatrician and start her on inhaled steroids such as Budesonide or fluticasone. Inhaled steroids are much safer drugs and have minimal effects on growth. There is also no need to give her antibiotics (amoxycillin) unless and until a bacterial infection is suspected.

At present, you may start her on antacids such as Lansoprazole or Ranitidine for symptomatic relief. Ensure balanced diet and good water intake.

Hopefully it will be of help.
Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Take care

Detailed Answer:
I would be happy to help you in any further questions. In case you have no questions at present then you may rate the answer, write a review and close this discussion.
Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar