Mesenteric lymphadenitis in children is caused by a viral or bacterial infection and is a common cause of tummy ache in children. Symptoms can be improved by general treatment or medication.
1. General treatment: children with mesenteric lymphadenitis need to rest, closely monitor body temperature and blood changes, and timely intravenous rehydration to prevent water-electrolyte imbalances.
2. medication: children with severe abdominal pain can use cetonium bromide, scopolamine and other antispasmodic painkillers to relieve symptoms. Children with mesenteric lymphadenitis caused by bacterial infection can choose the appropriate antibiotics according to the results of the drug sensitivity test, generally can choose cefixime, penicillin and other drugs; caused by viral infection can choose ribavirin and other antiviral drugs for treatment.
The above medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor, and should not be taken blindly on their own.
It is recommended that children rest more, ensure adequate sleep, appropriate hydration, actively cooperate with the treatment, and follow the doctor’s instructions.