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8. Abdominal Pain
Although walking pneumonia can trigger symptoms that will mostly affect the lower respiratory system and the neck, some patients can also suffer from abdominal pain. Furthermore, the muscle contractions that trigger chills can further exacerbate the abdominal pain. Frequent coughing can also make the pain even worse. However, in most cases, the pain is only mild.
Abdominal pain is a common symptom among children with pneumonia. This is why when diagnosing kids who are showing acute abdominal pain, pneumonia should be considered as a possible cause. Prompt diagnosis is very important, not only to avoid undergoing surgical intervention but for therapy to start early and prevent further complications.
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