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Dr. Valentine Enemuo, M.D

Gastroenterologist (Pediatric)

Dr. Valentine Enemuo M.D is a top Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) in Overland Park, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Valentine Enemuo M.D is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Valentine Enemuo M.D is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Valentine Enemuo M.D is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Overland Park, KS, Dr. Valentine Enemuo M.D is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
30 years Experience
Dr. Valentine Enemuo, M.D
  • Overland Park, KS
  • University Of Nigeria
  • Accepting new patients

What can I do to relieve stomach pain?

Abdominal pain that is intense that comes and go needs immediate evaluation by a gastroenterologist. This could indicate serious gastrointestinal condition such as intestinal malrotation READ MORE
Abdominal pain that is intense that comes and go needs immediate evaluation by a gastroenterologist. This could indicate serious gastrointestinal condition such as intestinal malrotation with intermittent obstruction of the intestine, intermittent intestinal intussusception, peptic ulcers diseases, gallstones, pancreatitis, and other causes of intestinal obstructions.

How to help a 6 year old with gas pain?

Gas pain could be caused by different gastrointestinal conditions ranging from as simple as gas forming diet, excessive swallowing of gas to lactose intolerance, organic disease READ MORE
Gas pain could be caused by different gastrointestinal conditions ranging from as simple as gas forming diet, excessive swallowing of gas to lactose intolerance, organic disease such as celiac disease, or Crohn disease. This could be relieved by understanding the actual cause. Advised to do simple measures such as reduction in soda, juice and fiber intake, and get a gastroenterologist consult if it persists.

What could be the cause of my stomach pain?

The causes of abdominal pain after meal could be from simple food intolerance to various food malabsorption, peptic ulcer diseases, gallbladder diseases, pancreatitis, celiac disease, READ MORE
The causes of abdominal pain after meal could be from simple food intolerance to various food malabsorption, peptic ulcer diseases, gallbladder diseases, pancreatitis, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, or constipation. Various intestinal obstruction can cause abdominal pain after meal. Stress and anxiety can also cause abdominal pain after meal.

What foods help to stop diarrhea?

Persistent diarrhea after travel from abroad needs evaluation by your pediatrician to evaluation for infectious diarrhea especially if coming from countries endemic to certain READ MORE
Persistent diarrhea after travel from abroad needs evaluation by your pediatrician to evaluation for infectious diarrhea especially if coming from countries endemic to certain bacteria, and parasitic gastroenteritis.

What causes stomach aches and shortness of breath?

Abdominal pain causing shortness of breath needs immediate evaluation by a pediatric gastroenterologist to exclude causes of abdominal pain such as peptic ulcer diseases, gallbladder READ MORE
Abdominal pain causing shortness of breath needs immediate evaluation by a pediatric gastroenterologist to exclude causes of abdominal pain such as peptic ulcer diseases, gallbladder diseases, recurrent acute pancreatitis, severe constipation with fecal impaction that is compromising respiration because of fecal mass compromising the respiratory volume.

How to help my son's constipation?

Increase fruits and vegetables intake, and if he still having constipation take him to his doctor for evaluation and treatment.

How can I reduce gas occurrences?

Constant digestive issues will need an evaluation by a Pediatric gastroenterologist to evaluate for celiac disease, small intestinal bacteria overgrowth, lactose intolerance and READ MORE
Constant digestive issues will need an evaluation by a Pediatric gastroenterologist to evaluate for celiac disease, small intestinal bacteria overgrowth, lactose intolerance and other carbohydrate intolerances, Crohn's disease, and other malabsorptive diseases such as fat malabsorption.

What is the best way to relieve constipation?

Constipation at 19 years of age, if persistent after simple measures such as increased fluid intake, high fiber diet, fruits and vegetables will need further evaluation by a gastroenterologist READ MORE
Constipation at 19 years of age, if persistent after simple measures such as increased fluid intake, high fiber diet, fruits and vegetables will need further evaluation by a gastroenterologist to exclude secondary causes of constipation from other diseases such as hypothyroidism, celiac disease, lactose intolerance, muscle and nerve diseases.

What are the treatment options for Crohn's disease?

Crohn's disease has different treatment approaches depending on the location of the disease and type of disease presentation. There are dietary, medical and surgical approaches READ MORE
Crohn's disease has different treatment approaches depending on the location of the disease and type of disease presentation.
There are dietary, medical and surgical approaches to treatment of Crohn's disease. Each decision is based on disease type, location and patient preference.

My son needs to have a kidney ultrasound. What should we expect?

The preparation for kidney ultrasound depends on the indication. Please get appropriate instruction for the preparation from the ultrasound technician before the kidney ultrasound. READ MORE
The preparation for kidney ultrasound depends on the indication. Please get appropriate instruction for the preparation from the ultrasound technician before the kidney ultrasound.

My daughter has trouble making friends in school?

Your daughter will benefit from counseling to adjust to her new environment. Her PCP should refer her to a counselor to help her cope with new environment.

What can cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea that last for 1 month should be investigated by a Pediatric gastroenterologist for causes of chronic diarrhea. These include some infections, lactose intolerance, celiac READ MORE
Diarrhea that last for 1 month should be investigated by a Pediatric gastroenterologist for causes of chronic diarrhea. These include some infections, lactose intolerance, celiac disease, food allergy/intolerance including cow milk protein allergy, and none celiac disease gluten sensitivity, inflammatory bowel diseases, and less likely neuroendocrine tumors, and autoimmune enteropathy

Can kids really get heartburn?

Yes, kids can get heartburn. However, your child needs an evaluation to determine what is causing the heartburn. Heartburn could be from gastroesophageal reflux, or could be from READ MORE
Yes, kids can get heartburn. However, your child needs an evaluation to determine what is causing the heartburn. Heartburn could be from gastroesophageal reflux, or could be from musculoskeletal pain, and cardiac. Accidental caustic ingestion, or foreign body ingestion should also be considered.

What are the risk factors of celiac disease in children?

There are two risk factors: genetics and exposure to gluten.

Treatment for children with Crohn's disease?

Crohn's disease has a wide spectrum of different phenotypes. Your Gastroenterologist will determine which treatment option is best suitable for your phenotype.

Do I have appendicitis?

You need an immediate evaluation by your Doctor to evaluate for causes of such pain with urine, blood test, and imaging.

What is the treatment for children with Crohn's disease?

Your Gastroenterologist will decide with you the best treatment option of his Crohn's disease depending on type of his Crohn's disease. There are different treatment options depending READ MORE
Your Gastroenterologist will decide with you the best treatment option of his Crohn's disease depending on type of his Crohn's disease.
There are different treatment options depending on the Crohn's disease phenotype.

What causes chronic constipation in children?

Constipation is common at this age. The cause include poor dysfunctional defecation because of passing of large hard stool associated with pain with stool withholding behavior. READ MORE
Constipation is common at this age. The cause include poor dysfunctional defecation because of passing of large hard stool associated with pain with stool withholding behavior.

Why does my daughter have chronic diarrhea?

Intestinal infection can cause acute diarrhea that is self limiting within 1-2 weeks. If the diarrhea persist consult with your doctor for further evaluation for causes of chronic READ MORE
Intestinal infection can cause acute diarrhea that is self limiting within 1-2 weeks. If the diarrhea persist consult with your doctor for further evaluation for causes of chronic diarrhea.

Do children with celiac disease have issues with growth?

Yes, Celiac disease also impacts negatively on growth. If she does not improve her height velocity on strict gluten free diet, consult with an Endocrinologist for evaluation for READ MORE
Yes, Celiac disease also impacts negatively on growth. If she does not improve her height velocity on strict gluten free diet, consult with an Endocrinologist for evaluation for other causes of short stature.