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There can be several other medical reasons why your child might be experiencing frequent pain in the stomach. Surgical problems like appendicitis, bowel obstruction or intussusception (telescoping of part of the gut) can lead to immense pain in the stomach. A muscle strain near the belly region can also cause the pain confusing the child if it is an internal pain or an external one. Young girls can experience stomach pain just before their menstruation begins. It is always advisable to contact a doctor immediately once the symptoms are spotted in the child.
