Mesenteric Adenitis (2) Flashcards

1
Q

What occurs here?

How does it present?

A

➊ Inflamed abdominal lymph nodes

➋ Diffuse abdominal pain and a preceding infection, such as URTI or tonsillitis

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2
Q

What needs to be ruled out first before a diagnosis is made?
→ Was it used to do this?

How is it managed?

A

Appendicitis
→ Abdominal US

➋ Analgesia only

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