Mesenteric Lymphadenitis – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Mesenteric lymphadenitis means swelling of the lymph nodes in the abdomen, usually due to infection or inflammation.
It often mimics appendicitis, causing lower abdominal pain — especially in children and young adults.
✅ What Is Mesenteric Lymphadenitis?
Lymph nodes in the mesentery (thin tissue that holds intestines) become enlarged due to:
- Infection
- Viral illness
- Inflammation of intestines
- Rarely due to more serious diseases
It is mostly self-limiting, but proper evaluation is important to rule out other problems.
🔍 Common Causes
1. Viral Infection (Most Common)
- Adenovirus
- Rotavirus
- Flu-like viral infection
2. Bacterial Infection
- Yersinia
- Salmonella
- Tuberculosis (rarely)
3. Gastroenteritis
4. Inflammatory Disorders
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
5. Other Rare Causes
- Lymphoma
- Immune disorders
⚠️ Symptoms
Patients may experience:
- Pain around or below the belly button
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Tenderness in lower abdomen
- Symptoms similar to appendicitis
🩺 Diagnosis
To confirm the condition and rule out appendicitis:
- Ultrasound abdomen (most important)
- CBC (Blood count)
- CRP/ESR
- Urine test
- Stool test (if infection suspected)
- CT Scan (in adults if needed)
🧪 Treatment
Most cases improve with supportive care:
✔ Rest & Hydration
To recover faster.
✔ Pain Relief Medicines
As prescribed by the doctor.
✔ Antibiotics
Only if bacterial infection is confirmed.
✔ Treating the Underlying Infection
Viral infections usually settle on their own.
✔ Follow-up Ultrasound
If symptoms persist.
🥗 Diet During Recovery
- Light food: khichdi, dal-rice, soups
- Plenty of water & ORS
- Avoid oily, spicy food
- Avoid milk temporarily if nauseous
- Include curd and bananas
⚠️ When to Seek Urgent Help
- Severe abdominal pain
- High fever
- Persistent vomiting
- Inability to eat or drink
- Bloody stools
- Pain moving to the right side (rule out appendicitis)
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