How to deal with children's frequent stomach pain

Patient's question:

My son is 7 years old. He has been experiencing stomach pain since he was 4 and a half. Before the New Year, a barium meal examination revealed gastritis, and after two months of treatment, the symptoms disappeared. However, for the past ten days or so, the pain has returned, affecting the entire abdomen. He often catches colds and coughs and has had pneumonia a few times. The local doctor said it's due to poor digestion, but even after taking medication, the pain persists.

Doctor's answer:

Common Causes of Pediatric Abdominal Pain
Children often suffer from abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is also common during childhood colds. This is a characteristic feature of childhood colds. The abdominal pain often appears in the early stages. The pain can range from mild to severe. It is usually located around the navel or in the right lower abdomen. It can be either intermittent or persistent. There is usually no significant tenderness.
Pediatric abdominal pain poses a significant threat to children's health. If not treated promptly, it may lead to serious consequences. The key to treating pediatric abdominal pain is timely and accurate diagnosis. Any child with obvious abdominal pain that does not subside should be taken to the hospital immediately.