Patient's question:
My baby is 15 months old. On the morning of May 3rd, she had a fever. In the daytime, she suddenly had stomach pain intermittently. The hospital said the whole time it was intestinal cramps. It has been three days so far. Every morning she has a fever, but she doesn't have a fever during the day, but she does have stomach pain during the day.Is it serious? Will it leave any underlying issues? What kind of medicine should she take in general? How should she be cared for?
Doctor's answer:
Children with fever and abdominal pain are often considered to have acute mesenteric lymphadenitis. Acute mesenteric lymphadenitis (AMLN) is a viral infection in children under the age of eight. It is often associated with or follows an upper respiratory infection. It tends to recur more frequently. Sometimes accompanied by fever. After a color Doppler ultrasound examination. If the mesenteric lymph nodes are swollen. The following treatments can be performed. If diagnosed with lymphadenitis. Generally, no special treatment is required. If the symptoms are severe. Fasting, intravenous infusion, and antibiotics can significantly improve symptoms. If diagnosed with acute mesenteric lymphadenitis. Rest should be paid attention to. Avoid strenuous activities and exercise.