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Beyond Fiber and Probiotics: Optimizing  Recurrent Abdominal Pain Treatment by Interrupting Visceral Spasm and Hypersensitivity

Recurrent   Abdominal    Pain   (RAP)   Is   a   prevalent   and burdensome  condition  affecting  bottl children  and  adults, representing a key component  of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders  (FGIDs).  It  is  classically  defined  as  3 or  more episodes of abdominal pain over 3 months that interfere with normal  activities  Its  estimated   prevalence   is  13-20%   in school aged cnildren and up to 15% in adults,underscoring its global clinical  significance.’ RAP contributes  significantly to pediatric consultations, frequent diagnostic Investigations, and  contributes   to  scnool   absenteeism   and   diminished quality of life for affected individuals and their familiesL! ong term follow up studies show persistence  of symptoms  into adolescence and adulthood, often evoMng into abdominal· pain-related FGIDs sucn as Irritable Bowel 5yndrome  (IBS) (Fig.4).’