Child w/ gas - Digestive Disorders Message Board

ImTheLucky1 · 05-24-2006, 04:41 PM

I have a 9 yr old son and he has gas like you wouldn't believe. He's been that way for about 2 yrs. but it finally occurred there might be a problem. I have him scheduled to see a pediatrician in about 2 wks but I was just wondering if you all might have a suggestion.

He looks chubby but really isn't. Face, arms and legs are normal size. He has a "beer belly" but it's firm, not flabby. He doesn't complain of any discomfort or being sick feeling. BM's are pretty regular. That's all the details I have.

Toot Toot · 05-24-2006, 10:23 PM

Could he be lactose intolerant? Dairy products give me gas most of the time (more gas than usual, and my family would tell ya that's a scary thing!)

ImTheLucky1 · 05-25-2006, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Toot Toot

Could he be lactose intolerant? Dairy products give me gas most of the time (more gas than usual, and my family would tell ya that's a scary thing!)

I don't think that's the problem- but then again I'm not a dr. How would I figure that out? Just take him off milk for a little while?

Toot Toot · 05-25-2006, 01:47 PM

Yes, I would think so. I'm not strictly intolerant, but I've determined that dairy does create somewhat of a problem for me by cutting it out altogether at some points. Now, as a rule, I stick with soy products, and I'm much more comfortable.

claflamme · 06-24-2006, 07:37 AM

My 2 yr old just tested positive for celiac disease,she has most of the symptoms. She has: distended abdomen,frequent infections and fevers,constipation,diarrhea,poor eating,poor growth. Etc. It doesn't hurt to ask for that blood test. Hope you find out what is going on.
Good Luck