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My 6 yr old daughter constantly complains about stomach pain, i ask where and she always replies with behind her belly button. we've been to the er many times and get nothing out of it.?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Pediatrician: Little children may use pain physically as a means of drawing attention to other issues. A good pediatrician should be able to work this out. Make sure you bring the dates and locations of your er visits so they can obtain records.

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Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Javed Hussain answered

Constipation: Constipation is the most common casue of abdominal pain in this age group.

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Answered 9/8/2013

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A member asked:

My 6 yr old daughter constantly complains about stomach pain, i ask where and she always replies with behind her belly button. we've been to the er many times and get nothing out of it.?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Rao and another doctor agreed

Dr. Javed Hussain answered

Dr Rao and another doctor agreed

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