Patient's question:
My daughter is almost five years old. Her skin was very fair before she started kindergarten, but her complexion has been a bit yellow since then. She had a checkup for trace elements, and there was nothing lacking. Sometimes she often says her stomach hurts. What could be the reason? Her physical fitness is quite good. She usually doesn't take medicine for minor colds and they usually go away within a few days. She hasn't undergone much treatment. How can her complexion be restored to a fair and rosy color?Doctor's answer:
This raises the question of whether it is caused by anemia. If there is abdominal pain, it should be questioned whether it is due to conditions like Henoch-Sch?nlein purpura, as sometimes this condition can cause abdominal pain or even intestinal bleeding. It is recommended to undergo a complete blood count to check for thrombocytopenia or erythrocytosis. It is also best to have a urinalysis, as Henoch-Sch?nlein purpura can sometimes lead to kidney changes. It is also advisable to check liver function, as liver disease can also cause a yellow complexion.