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Functional abdominal pain in adolescents: case-based management.
Desale Yacob1,2, Ashley M Kroon Van Diest2,3, Carlo Di Lorenzo1,2
1Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, USA.
Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are common in children, yet stigma persists due to lack of biomarkers. A biopsychosocial approach is key for diagnosis and treatment success.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Psychosomatic Medicine
Background:
- Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are prevalent in pediatric gastroenterology practice.
- Significant stigma surrounds FGIDs due to absent biomarkers and intertwined psychosocial factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review pediatric FGIDs, focusing on functional abdominal pain (FAP) in adolescents.
- To emphasize the importance of the biopsychosocial model in understanding and managing FGIDs.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on pediatric FGIDs and FAP.
- Emphasis on the application of the biopsychosocial model.
Main Results:
- FGIDs lack clear biological markers, contributing to stigma.
- Effective management requires a comprehensive biopsychosocial approach.
Conclusions:
- The biopsychosocial model is essential for conceptualizing, evaluating, and treating pediatric FGIDs.
- Provider communication and multidisciplinary collaboration are crucial for patient and family acceptance and treatment success.
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