Recurrent Abdominal Pain (RAP) of Childhood

Recurrent abdominal pain (RAP) of childhood is defined as: pains recurring for ≥ 3 months ≥ 3 pain attacks before diagnosis can be confirmed severe enough to interfere with child's normal activity Causes of recurrent abdominal pain in children: Dysfunctional – 80% Psychogenic – 10% Organic – 10% Alimentary Tract Disorders Peptic Ulcers Gallstones Inflammatory … Continue reading Recurrent Abdominal Pain (RAP) of Childhood