What causes abdominal pain and swollen lymph nodes along with chest infection?
Patient: my 6 year old son has been unwell with a chest infection and nasty cough, this seems to happen at least one week out of every month. i took him to the dr to have him examined as i also was concerned that my son was complaining of a sore lower abdomen when coughing, (not urinating) and a sore to touch upper back (lung area). the dr did a urine test which showed positive for blood, no infection present, he ordered a blood test and second urine test for FBE; ESR;E/LFTS - M/C/S; ANA; CRP;. i have also noticed his inguinal lymph nodes, Retroauricular lymph nodes, and Retroauricular lymph nodes appear inflamed. what in your opinion are the concerning factors regarding the information i have provided. Doctor: HI, thanks for using healthcare magicLymph nodes respond to infection or inflammation in the area where they are responsible for drainage.The enlargement of the cervical nodes (retroauricular) is common with an upper respiratory tract infection (common cold or flu).They should return to normal size by 4 to 6 weeks after the infection provided he does not become unwell again during this period.The enlarged inguinal lymph nodes may indicate an infection in the thigh or groin area eg even a small cut.They can be monitored for any changes.The FBC would likely show an increase in WBC since he currently has an infection.It may help to repeat when he is well to see if it is in normal range.I hope this helps