The stomach flu, or viral gastroenteritis, is a common illness in children that can cause a range of uncomfortable symptoms. While the condition usually isn’t too serious, it’s important for parents ...

An indirect assessment of the functioning of smooth muscle activity in the airways and gastrointestinal wall may help explain the shared pathophysiology that links these 2 common childhood ailments.

“My stomach hurts!” You’ve probably heard this from your child before and immediately thought the worst. However, stomach pain can come in many forms, in different areas of the abdomen, and for ...

One in six parents say their child complains of tummy aches at least once a month, according to a national poll by C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital at University of Michigan Health. While 1 in 3 parents ...

If your child often complains of a stomachache before school, a big game or a test, it may not just be “nerves.” Experts say there is a strong connection between a child’s gut and their brain — and it ...

Functional abdominal pain (FAP) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are among the most commonly diagnosed medical problems in pediatrics. Symptom-based Rome III criteria for FAP and IBS have been ...

Some home remedies and medical treatments can help a child’s upset stomach symptoms. These include staying hydrated, consuming certain foods, reducing stress, and more. Upset stomach or indigestion ...