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Vitamin B6 (also known as pyridoxine) became “front page news” when it was discovered that, in megadoses, it causes such serious nerve damage and difficulty in walking that people have had to give up their jobs. It has been thought that pyridoxine nerve damage would occur only with daily doses in the range of 2000-6000 [...]

Symptom Recurrent abdominal pain unaccompanied by other symptoms Home care Home treatment depends on the cause of the stomachache. To treat constipation, give the child a high fiber diet including plenty of fruits and juices. For immediate relief, use a glycerin suppository. In the case of intolerance to milk, temporarily remove milk and milk products [...]