
Are Stomach Pain, Constipation And Fever Symptoms Of Stomatitis?

It seems more likely to be a viral gastroenteritis episode
Detailed Answer:
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I have gone though your question and understand your concerns. Since you had been on vacation and the symptoms have been over 2-4 days with sudden aggravation, this is more likely due to a viral gastroenteritis (gut infection). Appendicitis also presents similarly but with a definite tenderness near navel in right lower quadrant. I would recommend you to gently feel for any sharp severe tenderness on tummy of your child. If it is present, then it is advisable to go for an ultrasound abdomen to rule out appendicitis. Else, you may start him on below mentioned treatment for gastroenteritis:
1. Give him Acetaminophen for fever spikes at 15-20 mg/kg/ dose( XXXXXXX 500 mg) Repeat after 6-8 hours if fever persists.
2. Give an anti emetic such as ondansetron or domperidone for vomiting along with antacid such as Digene or ranitidine.
3. Keep him well hydrated with regular feeds and Oral rehydration therapy such as ORS, Buttermilk, Soups, lemonade etc.
4. Give him a deworming tablet such as Albendazole (400).
If you feel that he is not showing any improvement or the condition deteriorates, then take him to ER for clinical examination to rule out food poisoning or appendicitis.
Hopefully this will help you. I would be glad to answer any further questions.
Take care

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