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Stomach Cramps and Pregnancy

You might expect some discomfort during pregnancy, but stomach cramps can cause you to worry. Cramping may simply be a sign that you ate something that didn’t agree with you, but it can also signal more serious problems. Learn the potential warning signs to determine whether you should be worried by your cramps.

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Stomach Pains in Children

Stomach pain is an exceedingly common medical complaint among young children. Because of the overly common nature of this complaint, identifying the cause of and dealing with stomach pain often proves challenging. Depending upon the nature and severity of your child’s stomach pains, the cause could range from something serious to something that is completely in his head.

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What Can I Give My Child for a Stomach Virus?

Stomach viruses are an inflammation of the lining of the stomach. The lining of the small and large intestine can be affected as well. Often simply called “the stomach flu,” the medical term for the illness is gastroenteritis. When gastroenteritis is caused by a virus, it is called viral gastroenteritis. In most cases, a stomach virus is not serious and can be treated successfully at home.

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Stomach Pains and Fever

Your child is clutching her tummy, wailing in agony. You feel her forehead, and it is burning up. It could just be a simple infection, such as the so-called stomach flu. The cause of her pain and fever could also be something more serious, such as appendicitis or diverticulitis. Fever and stomach pain together can also point to certain chronic conditions.