Mesenteric adenitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is mesenteric adenitis?
A
Inflamed lymph nodes within the mesentery
2
Q
What can mesenteric adenitis present similarly to?
A
Appendicitis
3
Q
What does mesenteric adenitis usually follow?
A
A previous upper respiratory tract infection
4
Q
What is a typical history for mesenteric adenitis?
A
A history of diffuse abdominal pain in the context of a previous upper respiratory tract infection
5
Q
What is not usually affected in someone with mesenteric adenitis?
A
Bowel habits
Appetite
6
Q
What are the other possible symptoms of mesenteric adenitis?
A
Low-grade fever
Generalized abdominal tenderness
7
Q
How can mesenteric adenitis be diagnosed?
A
US abdomen- enlarged mesenteric lymph nodes
8
Q
Does mesenteric adenitis require treatment?
A
No
