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What Causes Enlarged Liver In Kids?

My son is 6 years old. His weight is 17 kgs. approx. He eats very less and often shows symptoms of nausea , gas ,acidity and frequent vomitings. On getting tests done his liver was slightly enlarged. Doctor prescribed Sillybon for him. Please tell the cause of enlarged liver in kids and also for how long Silybon can be given. Can we take breaks in the treatment. Also he has a history of frequent cold and cough and takes syrup Piriton and Syrup Maxtra very frequently for that . Are the three syrups ie Silybon , Piriton and Maxtra safe for prolonged usage. Please help and guide. Regards
Wed, 8 Oct 2014
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Dear Sir/ Madam,
Than k you for postin g yor query at healthcaremagic.com

Enlarged liver are seen in condition like hepatitis(jaundice), malnourish childre, chronic infection of bowls(Cysticercosis), some infections like malaria and neoplasms.

Regarding safety of medicine Silybon is safest medicine.

Prolong use of piriton(cough suppressant) and maxtra(antibiotics) can caused damage to liver.

I advice you to consult pediatrician to rule the disease, if any, and take appropriate treatment for same.
If not, than I advise you to reduce or stop the maxtra and piriton syrup.

Hope this informative to you. Your thank you note is appreciated.

Please revert back if you have any further query.
With best wishes,
Dr. Vishwanath PAtil
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What Causes Enlarged Liver In Kids?

Dear Sir/ Madam, Than k you for postin g yor query at healthcaremagic.com Enlarged liver are seen in condition like hepatitis(jaundice), malnourish childre, chronic infection of bowls(Cysticercosis), some infections like malaria and neoplasms. Regarding safety of medicine Silybon is safest medicine. Prolong use of piriton(cough suppressant) and maxtra(antibiotics) can caused damage to liver. I advice you to consult pediatrician to rule the disease, if any, and take appropriate treatment for same. If not, than I advise you to reduce or stop the maxtra and piriton syrup. Hope this informative to you. Your thank you note is appreciated. Please revert back if you have any further query. With best wishes, Dr. Vishwanath PAtil