Diarrhea, Age 11 and Younger
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Does your child have diarrhea and localized abdominal pain
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See significance of localized abdominal pain
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your child's symptoms.
Call your child's health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Note: Do not allow your child to eat until you have talked with your child's doctor. You may give your child sips of water or oral rehydration solution (ORS).
Yes Has your child had localized
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: April 28, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Thomas Emmett Francoeur, MDCM, CSPQ, FRCPC - Pediatrics | |
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