Should I be worried about my 7-year-old son, who has belly pain and vomiting, if his ultrasound scans show fluid in his lower belly, swelling around his liver blood vessels, a slightly thickened organ wall, and mild fluid buildup in both kidneys, while he is being treated with Ofloxin and Metrogyl? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Should I be worried about my 7-year-old son, who has belly pain and vomiting, if his ultrasound scans show fluid in his lower belly, swelling around his liver blood vessels, a slightly thickened organ wall, and mild fluid buildup in both kidneys, while he is being treated with Ofloxin and Metrogyl?

Asked by Male, 7 · 18 days ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

18 days ago

The ultrasound findings show inflammation in his abdomen, which explains his symptoms. It is reassuring that he is already receiving Ofloxin (ofloxacin) and Metrogyl (metronidazole), which are appropriate medications for treating abdominal infections. These findings should improve as the treatment progresses. Please ensure he stays hydrated and finishes the prescribed course. However, because of the fluid buildup, please consult his pediatrician closely or seek urgent medical attention if his pain worsens, he develops a high fever, or he cannot keep any liquids down.

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Should I be worried about my 7-year-old son, who has belly pain and vomiting, if his ultrasound scans show fluid in his lower belly, swelling around his liver blood vessels, a slightly thickened organ wall, and mild fluid buildup in both kidneys, while he is being treated with Ofloxin and Metrogyl?

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