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What Causes Heaviness In Stomach When Recovering From Typhoid?
My son is of 2 yrs 3 months..last month he is having typhoid.but fever comes only for 1 days.blood report says its 1:320.My pediatrician gave antibiotics.Now he is playful.but sometimes he says my stomach is full..what is the reason behind this?? Do i need to do blood test again??
Thu, 20 Feb 2014
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If after initiation of antibiotic if he has never developed fever it implies clinical cure and there is no need of repeating any investigation.
Stomach fullness could be non specific complaint unrelated to typhoid. Giving small frequent meals may be beneficial.
Take care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak Kishore
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
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If after initiation of antibiotic if he has never developed fever it implies clinical cure and there is no need of repeating any investigation.
Stomach fullness could be non specific complaint unrelated to typhoid. Giving small frequent meals may be beneficial.
Take care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak Kishore
Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
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