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Could Upper Abdominal Pain, Decreased Appetite And Nausea Indicate Pancreatitis?
My 19 year old daughter has pain in upper left part of abdomen near ribs. She feels nauseous fro time to time, not much of appetite, had sore throat and white on tonsils which has since disappeared. temperature around 99. Her brother had mono in April and may and she is often anemic. We are waiting on lab reports but wondering besides possible mono or typical virus, could this be signs of pancreatitis?
Thu, 23 Jul 2015
In case of acute pancreatitis the upper abdominal pain is very severe in nature. There is also loss of appetite and fever present. The amylase level in blood will come increased in that case. High parenteral fluid along with nothing per mouth is necessary along with parenteral antispasmodic to control pain.
Viral infection itself can cause such symptoms as suspected in this case. There is a less chance of having pancreatitis. A high fluid diet is recommended. Oral pantoprazole with domperidone will also help.
If the symptoms increase please concern for an urgent referral to hospital.
Viral infection itself can cause such symptoms as suspected in this case. There is a less chance of having pancreatitis. A high fluid diet is recommended. Oral pantoprazole with domperidone will also help.
If the symptoms increase please concern for an urgent referral to hospital.
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