Toddler Complaining of Stomach and Bottom Pain

Updated on July 22, 2011
V.K. asks from Colorado Springs, CO
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My 2 1/2 year old has been complaining that her "tummy hurt!" or "bottom hurt!" alot. its not constant but random through out the day, sometimes she will just say that is hurts and hold her tummy or bottom and thats it, and sometimes she starts to cry. She just got potty trained and has been touching herself alot because there is no diaper. i have been trying to keep her clean after she goes potty but she complains that it hurts when i wipe her. I have made a drs appointment but i was wondering if anyone else went through something like this with thier toddler?

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R.D.

answers from Richmond on

If her tummy AND bottom hurt, maybe she's trying to pass hard stools, and it hurts to poop, so she's holding it, which in turn is hurting her belly. Maybe give her something to soften stuff up, lots of fiber, maybe a little prune juice.

The bottom alone could mean maybe she's not getting wiped properly... not your fault, 2 1/2 year olds are wiggly! Have her bend over and touch her toes... if she's a little rashy, wipe well with warm soapy water on a wash cloth, then put a little Desitin on there.

My best guess is the first thing though.

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R.R.

answers from Los Angeles on

I agree with Rachel, with the pain in both places it sounds as if your daughter may have some hard stools. Fruits, fibers and lots of water (every day) may help.

I hope she feels better soon ❤

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K.U.

answers from Detroit on

I was just going to ask too, could she be constipated?

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L.P.

answers from Pittsfield on

I agree with everyone that suggested constipation. The only suggestion I would add to the ones you've gotten already is to try the pre-moistened flushable wipes- they are much more comfortable to a sensitive bottom.

H.G.

answers from Dallas on

Could be just about anything but 3 wks ago I had a stomach virus that was very painful with excruciating stomach pains and diarrhea. I didn't vomit and never felt the need to but man! Could be a touch of that? Hope she feels better.

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