**3. Symptoms of postoperative pain in pediatrics**

Postoperative pain in pediatrics can manifest itself in different ways, and the symptoms may vary depending on the age of the patient and the nature of the surgery. Some of the common symptoms of postoperative pain in pediatrics include:


*Postoperative Pain in Pediatrics DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.111788*

Pain identification in pediatrics can be challenging, especially in young children or those who cannot communicate verbally. In older children, there may be verbal reports of pain, as well as facial and bodily responses to painful stimuli. It is important that healthcare professionals working with children are trained in pain assessment and use appropriate assessment tools based on the child's age and development to ensure accurate identification of pain [1].
