most helpful answer i have never heard that cholesterol causes stomach pains. just because a cause was not readily apparent does not mean one should blame this type of pain on cholesterol. the fact that he is still in pain (after eating) and going through pepto bismol is proof that he needs to have a higher level evaluation. seeing a pediatric gastroenterologist would be the way to go if his pediatrician or primary care provider is not willing to order further diagnostic tests. there are so many things that could be causing this discomfort for gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) reflux gallbladder disease (especially if your son is overweight) hiatal hernia etc. appendicitis would likely cause pain in his right lower quadrant (down near the right iliac/hip area) and would not really present symptoms like you are describing. if he is under stress at home or school this could be making things worse. get a referral to a gastroenterologist so that he can be properly diagnosed and treated. stomach pains in an 8 year old could be many things- gastritis (when the stomach lining is irritated) reflux (like heartburn in adults) constipation or something more serious. sometimes anxiety or stress can make kids have abdominal pain. in any case you should be seen by your doctor or a specialist. if its been going on for a while your son needs to be evaluated. i have not heard of cholesterol issues causing stomach pains. talk to your doctor or subspecialist as soon as you can.
my 11 yr old son has constent stomach aches what could be causing this. everytime my son eats something with in a few minutes his stomach starts hurting. i asked him what it feels like and he sayes he feels nauseated like he is going to throw up. i took him to the doctor and she said it was his cholesterol so i changed his diet but the pains still continuing. i'm worried it might be his gallbladder or his appendix he is going through pepto bismol like crazy and i am very worried that something is more seriously wrong with him