GI - Functional Abdominal Pain Flashcards
1
Q
What is Functional/Non-Organic Abdominal Pain?
A
If a child presents with repeated episodes of abdominal pain without an identifiable underlying cause.
2
Q
What is the leading theory (aetiology) for recurrent abdominal pain?
A
Stressful life events - increased sensitivity and inappropriate pain signals from the visceral nerves (gut nerves) in response to normal stimuli.
3
Q
Management of Functional Abdominal Pain.
A
Explanation and Reassurance.
