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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Pain In Left Abdomen

Hi doctor,I have 8 year old daughter who gets pain on her left abdomen 3-4 times already now, mostly at night. It s located under her left ribs. Usually putting some rub oil on the area and taking panadol, would comfort her but last night, it took almost 2 hours to get the pains away.We have checked once to a GP once, and the doctor said that it might be just cramps. But it just happened again last night and she really was in a lot of pain. And I don t know what to do.Can I have your opinion, please.....
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Welcome to the HCM

I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Pain in your daughter seems to be due to some musculoskeletal problem, pulmonary illness or gastritis. For gastritis, you may give her antacid such as Lansoprazole or Ranitidine for next 3-4 days along with healthy, non spicy diet with plenty of fluids to see for the response.

In case the pain worsens at any time or doesn't improve, take her to a pediatrician for proper clinical evaluation and laboratory investigation if required. They may advice you for a chest x Ray and ultrasound abdomen to come to a definitive diagnosis.

Hopefully this will help you. I would be happy to help you in any further questions.
Take care
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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Pain In Left Abdomen

Hi Welcome to the HCM I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Pain in your daughter seems to be due to some musculoskeletal problem, pulmonary illness or gastritis. For gastritis, you may give her antacid such as Lansoprazole or Ranitidine for next 3-4 days along with healthy, non spicy diet with plenty of fluids to see for the response. In case the pain worsens at any time or doesn t improve, take her to a pediatrician for proper clinical evaluation and laboratory investigation if required. They may advice you for a chest x Ray and ultrasound abdomen to come to a definitive diagnosis. Hopefully this will help you. I would be happy to help you in any further questions. Take care