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Tummy (stomach, abdomen) pain in children is common. Most children do not need tests or treatment and the pain will get better by itself. Common causes include: Constipation, urine infection, tummy bugs (gastroenteritis, or diarrhoea and vomiting), viral infections, sore throat, threadworms (check if your child has an itchy bottom), period pains, worry or anxiety, trapped wind.