Is swollen liver with moderate to severe pain in stomach of a child while having mono concerning?
Patient: My 12 year old son has mono, his pediatrician advised me that if he s belly pain worsens that I should have him seen. His Liver is a little swollen and had elevated counts (not sure if I worded that right). This afternoon he is having how he outs it moderate to serve belly pain. Is this something that I should be concerned about? Doctor: Hi,Yes dear, as liver enlargment could be caused by increased intravascular red cells death or obstruction of liver vessels or even infection might be causing enlargement.More it can be evaluated if seen in person by a treating physician.I would highly recommend you to alert your son's treating doctor about his symptoms and signs promptly.So it can be treated on time.Wish you best of luck.Regards, Dr.Maheshwari