Patient's question:
Medical Description: The patient is a 5-month-old girl. This time's symptoms:1: The ears have been very yellow. The county hospital examination said it was due to iron deficiency.
2: She sweats a lot, whether sleeping or being held.
3: Normal eating habits, but prone to diarrhea. Usually sleeps restlessly, sometimes suddenly cries as if startled and then falls back asleep.
4: Previously examined at the county hospital and diagnosed with iron deficiency. Treated with "Iron Supplement" (Tie Zhi Yuan) - Tuhengjian, with no significant improvement.
What help is desired: Hope experts can help diagnose what condition it is. Also, seeking advice on what medication to take.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, it is likely that the lymph nodes behind the ear have enlarged. In healthy children, lymph nodes can often be felt in superficial parts of the body such as behind the ear, under the chin, armpits, and groin. Normal lymph nodes are generally no larger than a peanut, mostly single, soft, painless, can slide under the skin, and are not stuck to surrounding tissues. In some abnormal conditions, such as a cold or fever, the lymph nodes may also enlarge, because the lymph nodes are functioning as part of the immune system. If the baby is doing well, the lymph nodes may still grow, and it is recommended to visit a pediatrician to rule out other diseases.