Gastroenterology Services
As an experienced paediatric gastroenterologist, Dr Ong’s clinical expertise is in treating children and adolescents with various gastrointestinal, liver and nutrition conditions. At our clinic, we will provide a comprehensive review of your child’s condition and recommend appropriate treatment and investigations.
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- Abdominal Pain or Discomfort
- Gastric Pain: Helicobacter Pylori Infection
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Blood in the Stools
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies
- Celiac Disease
- Colic
- Cow’s Milk Allergy
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Poor Growth & Nutrition
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Liver Conditions
Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Children
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (also known as IBS) in children occurs mainly in school age children and teenagers. It is a long term disorder that affects the intestines. The intestine does not work normally and is particularly sensitive. The intestine in IBS reacts more strongly to normal stretching or movement that should not affect it. Symptoms of IBS include:
- Abdominal pain
- Bloated-ness
- Feeling of nausea
- Change in bowel habit such as diarrhoea or constipation
- Feeling of incomplete emptying after passing motion
- Dizziness
- Cramping sensation
Certain food, stress or bacteria overgrowth may make IBS worse. Treatment involves lifestyle modification and medications targeted towards the child’s symptoms.
Got more questions? Schedule an appointment today with Dr. Christina Ong.
