My six year old son has a chronic cough and stomach ache any ideas what this could be ?
606512
It sounds like he could have some type of food or environmental allergy. Try bringing him for a second opinion.
878641
Its a hernia get him to the hospital NOW! My son had this too. He nearly died cos it nearly strangulated. At least get him checked.\n\nIf need be get him to a different hospital and get him checked for a hernia. Tell them it keeps coming and going thats what hernias do.
1172076
Most likely is a urinary tract infection (bladder infection) followed by a possibly but unlikely kidney stone followed by other more serious but much less likely possibilities.  He should be taken to his pediatrician for a urinanalysis to verify.  He will need an antibiotic to shake the infection.  I would not ignore it, even if it stopped.  It is possible his first void tomorrow morning will be bloody too.  If he starts to exhibit fever or vomiting go to the ER tonight rather than wait for an office visit tomorrow.
285665
He needs to go and get a checkup with a medical doctor.Based on his symptoms he could have anything from an ulcer,to low stomach acid,to diabetes.It is impossible to diagnos him correctly online.
860937
Well, there is a couple of things we need to know:\n\nDoes she have a fever? No fever means it is unlikely to be an infection or appendices.\n\nDoes it hurt to the touch? If it does you should consider taking her to the ER if she is doubling over in pain when you push on her stomach.\n\nI am making the assumption here that there is no physical appearence of injury. If there is you will need to determine the severity in order to determine taking her to the doctor.\n\nWhen is the last time she had a bowel movement? It could be gas or constipation, and she just may not understand what is going on. Give her some juice and rock her to see if this gets thinks moving. Assuming there was no fever and no pain to the touch, though there can be pain to the touch with gas as well.\n\nIt could also be as simple as her being tired. Some children will have tummy trouble when they are over tired.\n\nAlso, be sure to think through what she has eaten today. Was there anything out of the norm? And can you be absolutely certain that she did not eat anything toxic? Watch for sign of vomiting or diarreha that could indicate something more severe.\n\nIf symptoms persist or worsen you should certain seek medical assistance. You know your child better than anyone, if she is crying for prolonged periods or rolling around in pain it would be a good idea to seek immediate assistance tonight. If she is able to lay down and fall asleep comfortably without any of the above issues, then you are probably okay to way until tomorrow and reavaluate the situation, but we not doctors. We can only give you advice based on experience. Ultimately you have to follow your gut and best judgment. \n\nHope everything works out!
393353
No one here can diagnose what is going on with your son and even a doctor couldn't diagnose it without examining him.   While it might be an allergy, it could also be an insect bite or an infection or any number of things, who knows?  Please take your son to the doctor or E.R. to find out for sure.
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Please do not dismiss this complaint. I do not want to scare you but I don't know how else to make you take this seriously. Take him back to the doctor and insist on a complete physical.\n\nThere is an extremely rare childhood cancer of the abdomen called desmoplastic small round cell tumor. It predominately strikes boys and young adults and occurs as multiple masses within the abdominal cavity. Feel his tummy all over for lumps or anything hard. If you find something, get him to his doctor today. Family doctors can miss this type of cancer because it is so rare. They can also misdiagnose the cancer because there may be few or no symptoms. \n\nAs I've said, this is a rare cancer but you need to find out exactly what is going on with him. It needs to be checked out, just to be sure.\n\nDSRCT patients\nhttp://www.dsrct.com/patients.htm\n\nI didn't listen to my son when he was complaining about similar symptoms. When he was finally diagnosed  he was already a stage IV.
837586
It could be any number of things. The best thing to do would be to have him checked out by a doctor to recieve a proper diagnosis.
600460
I could be a number of things--but it sounds like he has an open cyst in his colon.  I would suggest that this is not normal and that he should seek medical attention.   A colonoscopy is very helpful for internal examination of the colon and large intestines.  This will see if it is in the colon or possibly coming from elsewhere, such a bile discharge or a stomach Ulcer.  See a physician sooner rather than latter.
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sounds like food poisoning or an intenstinal virus. if he keeps doing this until morning might want to think about seeing a doctor.\n\notherwise, when i had an intestinal virus, i was doing the same thing. the doctor prescribed a powerful anti-diahreal medicine. i took that for a few days and it eventually went away.  \n\ncheck out webmd.com
100196
First of all, take him to a physician.  Even if he is in day care, he should not be getting sick so often.  Maybe he needs an antibiotic, maybe he has asthma...who knows.  The second thing is the excessive use of Tylenol.....Tylenol can be very toxic and damage the liver.  If you are using Tylenol for 5 days a week...week after week, you could create another problem with Tylenol toxicity and liver damage.\n\nIf day care is the major source for his viruses, it may be time to look for in home babysitting, where your child is not around so many other children.  As sick as you are of having a sick toddler, he is sick of being sick....get him to a physician!\n\nA room humidifier in his room when he is sleeping is good.  Hot dry air can be harmful because it can cause microscopic breaks in the airway surfaces and allow viruses to invade the body.  Keep the humidifier clean, it too can ve a source of molds and viruses.  Don't overheat your home.  Cooler (not cold) air is healthier for breathing.....for the whole family. Good nutrition will also help in the fight against viruses....orange juice, cranbery juice, apple juice for fluid intake.  Wash your hands and his hands frequently and use paper towels to dry hands with.  Terry cloth towels hold viruses and bacteria.
512028
That sounds as though he's either hemorrhaging internally or he has a block somewhere in his GI tract.  You should call his pediatrician today if not sooner.
697021
not really an answer but is there a chance he's put something in his nose, like vicks vapor rub?? if he's done this, he needs to see a doctor asap because it can cause respiratory problems if ingested.
942625
Probably just gastroenteritits.  My advice - clear liquids, specifically water or maybe a sports drink like Gatorade to replenish electrolytes.  If you give a sports drink, dilute it to about half strength with water.  Otherwise, there's too much sugar concentration.\n\nNo more Coke, or anything with caffeine or lots of sugar.  The chicken noodle soup is good - it will have water, plus some salts (electrolytes), carbohydrates and protein - everything he needs.\n\nGive a little Tylenol and/or Motrin for the fever if he's uncomfortable, but don't overdo it.  These medicines work by inhibiting the release of pyrogens, which is a part of the body's immune system.  In simple terms, it reduces the fever, but also reduces the body's ability to fight off the virus.\n\nUnless he's becoming dehydrated, there's probably nothing the Dr. will do for him.  However, dehydration can occur quickly in children and can become dangerous.  If the vomiting persists, a Dr. may give Phenergan suppositories to stop the vomiting, which will allow him to take in and retain some fluids.\n\nGood luck!
95792
Try another doc, if this has continued for a year and the first doc didn't give you a specific reason for the vomiting, I would seek a second opinion!
341081
I believe you are asking for a diagnosis out of the norm for a cough.  Look at the following links.  Maybe it is caused by a parasite or a fungus.
138969
Cough syrups have been shown to do nothing to cure, prevent or even treat symptoms of a cold or cough.  Your child might have an infection that if not treated could spread into his/her ears or other part of their body and cause a lot of damage, and cost a lot of money to treat.  Infection can also cause menengitis and sepsis which are lethal diseases.  Please, take your child to the doctor. Coughs shouldn't last more then one month, even if you smoke, which I hope your 4 year old does not do.  (If you smoke go outside till the little one gets better) If you do not have insurance Look in the phone book for Free clinics.  Usually children that young can get insurance that is covered by the State.  Whatever the problem is, it is long past time to take this child to the doctor, sign up for some vaccinations while you are there.  Here's a Web site from the national institute of health in case you want to research a little.