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1000+ verified doctorsWhat to do for my 13-year-old son who has recurring headaches, nausea, and digestive issues? - #54563
My son is 13 years old. Last year in may/june he had severe headaches twice. All tests were done but nothing came out. Probably the conclusion was that it was growth spurt. Now after one year he got again headache with some nausea and vomit feeling. He did not vomit though.He felt better after taking Tylenol one dose. These headaches can be or cannot be correlated, not sure. He has been eating out from last one week and had nausea and acidity twice in last one week. He eats big bites and does not chew properly and goes for potty almost after every meal.
How long did the headaches last during the previous episodes?:
- More than a dayHow often does he experience headaches now?:
- RarelyWhat is the intensity of his headaches?:
- Moderate — affects his activitiesHas he experienced any other symptoms with the headaches?:
- No other symptomsHow would you describe his appetite and eating habits?:
- Good — eats well and regularlyHow often does he have bowel movements?:
- Multiple times a dayHas he had any recent changes in stress levels or emotional state?:
- No changesHas he had any other health issues or illnesses recently?:
- No, he is generally healthyDoctors' responses
Symptoms suggest Amlapitta with Ajirna (indigestion) triggering headache (food-related, poor chewing, eating out) Short Ayurvedic treatment (age 13) Avipattikar Churna ½ teaspoon, twice daily after meals with warm water Shankh Bhasma 125 mg, twice daily with honey or water (for acidity) Sutshekhar Rasa (plain) 1 tablet, twice daily after meals Drakshasava 10 ml + equal water, twice daily after meals Diet & habits Stop outside food for 2–3 weeks Give light diet: khichdi, rice, moong dal Chew food properly, small bites Avoid spicy, junk, cold drinks Duration: 2–3 weeks
●Ingredients (equal amounts) Amhar Dried ginger - digestive, Pippali - digestive booster, beneficial for the digestive system Dried curry leaves - digestive juice stimulant Celery - anti-flatulence, anti-gas Black pepper - anti-phlegm and anti-flatulence Cumin - digestive supporter, asafoetida - excellent anti-flatulence Make a fine powder of all and store it safely. ●Classical method of consumption Do Take 5 grams of powder, mix in a little cow’s ghee, and a pinch of rock salt. Consume with the first bite of food. Taking it with the first bite directly signals the digestive fire. ●Traditional Powder • Rock salt - 25 grams • Roasted celery seeds - 60 grams • Dry ginger powder - 60 grams • Big myrobalan - 150 grams This combination has been traditionally used for gas, indigestion, constipation, and gas-related disorders. ●Method of Preparation Dry all the above ingredients thoroughly and grind them into a fine powder in a clean grinder. Store the powder in a dry, glass bottle. ●How to consume • In summer Half to one teaspoon With buttermilk • In winter With lukewarm water • It is considered more appropriate to take it half or three-quarters of an hour before or after meals ●Key Benefits Strengthens the digestive system Helps with gas, acidity, and constipation Helps in balancing Vata Relieves joint pain and aches in the hands and feet after regular use for a month Experiences relief for liver and hemorrhoids Helps soothe liver inflammation and provide relief from hemorrhoids
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