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Have a 9 year old on rinitidine for stomach aches. been on it for 3 weeks and the stomach aches are still bothering him. could reflux not be problem?

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Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

Off course: Stomach pain can be caused by gastritis, ulcers, gallstones ( not as common at this age ). Take your son to the Dr. for an examination and further treatment.

Dr Miller and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/20/2014

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Dr. Howard Shapiro answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Nephrology & Dialysis

See GI specialist: Reflux could be a problem as well as other causes. Ask your physician for a referral to a pediatric gastroenterologist for further evaluation.

Dr Brand agreed

Answered 8/20/2014

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A member asked:

Have a 9 year old on rinitidine for stomach aches. been on it for 3 weeks and the stomach aches are still bothering him. could reflux not be problem?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

Dr Miller and another doctor agreed

Dr. Howard Shapiro answered

Dr Brand agreed

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