What should I do if my child often has 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
When children suffer from abdominal pain, it is also common for them to experience abdominal pain during colds, which is a characteristic feature of colds in children. Their abdominal pain often appears early, with varying intensity ranging from mild to severe. It is typically located in the periumbilical or right lower abdominal area, presenting as either intermittent or persistent, with no significant tenderness upon palpation. Pediatric abdominal pain poses a significant threat to children's health, and if not treated promptly, it may lead to serious consequences. The key to treating pediatric abdominal pain lies in timely and accurate diagnosis. Any child with abdominal pain that cannot be relieved should be taken to the hospital immediately.