The keys of belly pain in children explained by a pediatrician
He belly pain In children, families are very concerned and is common in pediatric emergencies. The Dr. Mar Begara, pediatrician and integrative doctor, points out that the abdominal pain It already represents the 20% of consultations in children over 4 years.
Gase pain, cramps, turning and diarrhea, stomach viruses, nerves ... may be the causes of abdominal pain but, as the pediatrician explains, we can also be before a Pediatric Digestive Functional Disorder Yeah:
- There are symptoms Chronic and recurring gastrointestinal symptoms No related cause
- And they are accompanied by sleep problems.
Alteration of the intestine-cerebro axis in the pediatric functional functional disorder (TFD)
Why is it produced TFD in children It depends on many factors (genetics and environmental, social, psychological factors ...) but "There is no doubt that there is an alteration of Intestine-corebro axis” and the abdominal pain It is the most reported symptom.
This is the origin of the recent clinical study that Dr. Begara has led with the collaboration of Hifas da Terra and whose results were presented in the Sesap International Congress, held in Barcelona.
According to Mar Begara, the León hair In case of reflux in children, but so far there was no evidence to demonstrate the "Clinical effectiveness and microbiota level improvements"After the use of specific strains of León hair and Reishi combined with Vitamin D.
In addition, there were a history (thanks to the study Hifas-Sibo) of gastrointestinal improvements in gases, distension, constipation, stress, etc. In adults, but nothing in children, so we are facing a "Pioneer study".
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Belly pain in children, constipation and migraines
To diagnose digestive functional disorders in children, health professionals rely on PEDIATRIC CRITERIA ROME IV.
According to Rome IV, for an accurate diagnosis, the symptoms must have been present at least once a week in the last two months, without evidence of an inflammatory, metabolic or anatomical disease that explains them.
Between 4 and 18, according to the Child Health Expert, in case of a TFD in children, we can talk about three types of disorders: nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain and functional disorders in defecation. Of these, based on their clinical experience, these are the most representative:
- Belly pain (abdominal pain, dyspepsia, irritable intestine pain, etc.)
- Functional constipation
- Migraines with abdominal pain equivalent
Belly pain in children and pediatric digestive functional disorder
Thanks to his years as a health professional, both in Primary Care as a specialist in the La Paz Hospital in Madrid, the Dr. Begara Know well the problems derived from digestive functional disorders and how it clarifies "we are actually facing children who have gone to all professionals."
Battering pain in boys and girls does not occur in isolation. They can also present otitis, rhinitis of repetition, allergies, atopic dermatitis and vaginitis In the case of girls. All this is related to a inflammation syndrome of the mucous membranes where, as you remember, “the 80% of our immune system”.
Mycotherapy results in patients with pediatric digestive functional disorder
As we have mentioned before, Dr. Begara has led a pioneering study to address the TFD in children using natural hyphae supplements such as he Syrup with Reishi and León hair (Dr. GB) and the Vitamin D3 (Cocovit D).
Although abdominal pain was essential for participation, the study goes beyond how Improves abdominal pain since significant analytical changes have been observed related to other areas such as Microbiota composition and others related to the sleep conciliation.
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Abdominal pain, gut pain or belly pain in children
Abdominal pain is the most prominent symptom and can be described as sharp, burning or simply constant discomfort. This pain can be related to meals, physical activity or stress.
The study results reflected a significant reduction in intensity and frequency of belly pain.
Alterations in Depositions
Alterations in depositions, such as constipation or diarrhea, are common symptoms. These may be due to an alteration in the motor function of the intestine or imbalances in the intestinal microbiota.
The experimental group of this study, after supplementation, evidenced a significant reduction in diarrhea.
Dermatitis and relationship with belly pain
The connection between intestinal health and skin health, known as the axis intestine-piel, It can manifest in the form of dermatitis or skin rashes in children with functional digestive disorders. This highlights the importance of a healthy microbiota for the prevention of skin inflammations.
40% of the participants in this study (5-18 years) had dermatitis And the improvement after 12 weeks of participation in the study was significant.
Difficulty sleeping
Affected children may have difficulty falling asleep or maintaining it during the night. This may be directly related to belly pain or be a consequence of stress associated with your condition.
At the beginning of the study 30% of the participants had difficulty sleeping And at the end they reported a significant reduction in the time necessary to reconcile sleep which involves an improvement in the fatigue of children, but also in the quality of life of the whole family.
The importance of intestinal health
Maintain one Intestinal microbiota healthy It is essential to prevent and manage functional digestive disorders. This can be achieved through a diet rich in fibers, Prebiotics and probiotics (Reishi and León hair contain prebiotics), which foster the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestine. In addition, it is important to address stress and anxiety factors in children, since they can negatively affect intestinal health.
The first 1000 days of life
It has been shown that First 1000 days of life, from conception to 2 years of age, they are fundamental for physical, cognitive and emotional development. This period is also essential for the configuration of a healthy microbiota and balanced in which other factors such as breastfeeding and even the mother's microbiota intervene.
Children's intestinal microbiota
The intestinal microbiota consists of billions of organisms residing in the digestive tract. These microbes play a crucial role in digestion, nutrient absorption and Pathogens protection. A balanced microbiota is important for the health of the intestine, especially in children, whose immune and digestive system are still developing.
The study also analyzed the composition of the microbiota and an increase of:
- Akkermansia Muciniphila. This bacterium is related to intestinal and immune health. It helps maintain the intestinal barrier thanks to its ability to regenerate the mucus layer that covers the intestine.
- Likewise, a significant increase in Veillonella spp., Spp Bacteroids. and Oxalobacter, species that relate to the regulatory microbiota.
In summary...
He Batter pain in children, when it is recurring and not isolated, it may be due to Digestive functional disorder in children It is a complex condition that requires a special approach to its management. Families and caregivers must be attentive to symptoms such as abdominal pain, alterations in depositions, dermatitis and sleep difficulty.
The adoption of PEDIATRIC CRITERIA ROME IV facilitates a precise diagnosis, while maintaining a healthy intestinal microbiota is key for the treatment and prevention of these disorders. Collaboration between families, caregivers and health professionals is essential to guarantee the well -being of children affected by digestive functional disorders.
Although new evidence is still necessary, the study Mycotherapy results in patients with pediatric digestive functional disorder It can be very useful to improve not only Abdominal discomfort, if not also the Intestinal microbiota and the sleep conciliation.
Likewise, the professional experience of the professional and his knowledge about composition and Laboratory quality standards They are two key tools to manage the health problems of children and particular situations that reduce their quality of life.
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