Mesenteric Adenitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is mesenteric adenitis and what causes it?
A
- Inflammation of mesenteric lymph nodes (common cause of abdominal pain in children)
- Secondary to infection - URTI, erythematous throat, rhinorrhoea
2
Q
What is the management for mesenteric adenitis?
A
Self-limiting, simple analgesia.