Answers and questions on pediatric gastroenterology
In this case, it is necessary to consult a pediatrician, pediatric surgeon, and gastroenterologist. The preparation for the examination by the surgeon will be announced when making an appointment and it will depend on the child’s age. In general, the treatment of the child will be carried out together by the above specialists and is aimed mainly at stool normalizing.
The age of the child was not specified. Perhaps the child has a gastrointestinal tract pathology. There can be both functional and chronic diseases of the stomach, duodenum, intestines, pancreas, gall bladder. If there is pain under the ribs on the left, pathology of the pancreas or duodenum is possible, on the right – of the gallbladder or liver. It is necessary to see a gastroenterologist for examination, ordering some tests, and diagnosing, after which the doctor will prescribe treatment.
Intolerance to any product (celiac disease, lactose deficiency) is possible. Worms can also be the cause. For examination and diagnosis clarification, it is necessary to see a gastroenterologist, and, perhaps, you will need to consult an allergist or infectious disease specialist based on the examination results. Infectious disease specialists and parasitologists deal with parasites.