Effect of Probiotics in Childhood Abdominal Pain

The Effect of Probiotics in Childhood Abdominal Pain

The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of probiotics in childhood recurrent abdominal pain. Patients will be randomly assigned to receive L. reuteri or placebo for 4 weeks with a follow up phase of additional 4 weeks.

Prospective randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy children

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any chronic or organic illness