Dr Phil Kieran: Should I be worried about my son's tummy pains?

"Our gut often changes size during the day, between digesting food and going to the toilet. It is also constantly churning our waste food to keep it all moving. With all this movement happening, it’s not surprising that it’s a typical area to feel discomfort."

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My eight-year-old son gets stress-related tummy pains — usually in the morning before heading out to school. Our GP says he will probably grow out of them, but should I ask for a complete set of tests just in case he has an underlying condition?

Tummy pain is a common complaint in children.