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What Causes Stomach Pain And Bloating In A Child?

hi there, my 2.5 yr old woke up from his nap today and drank and was complaining of stomach pain. when i lifted his shirt, i noticed his stomach seems hard and full. it is not usually so bloated looking. i am giving him apple juice now for possible constipation. should i be worried?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi..I understand your concern. But just being hard and bloated means it could be constipation. But if the kid develops green or bilious vomiting or absence of passage of flatus also, then I suggest you take him to nearest emergency room.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Stomach Pain And Bloating In A Child?

Hi..I understand your concern. But just being hard and bloated means it could be constipation. But if the kid develops green or bilious vomiting or absence of passage of flatus also, then I suggest you take him to nearest emergency room. Regards - Dr. Sumanth