Reported about 1 year ago
As the Dragon Boat Festival approaches, people are reminded to not only be cautious about overeating zongzi to avoid digestive discomfort, but also to be aware of hidden and difficult-to-distinguish gastrointestinal diseases. A recent case shared by a pediatric gastroenterologist at Shuanghe Hospital involved an 11-year-old boy who experienced severe abdominal pain and passed large amounts of blood in his stool. Despite several tests, a gastrointestinal deformity known as Meckel's diverticulum was found in his small intestine, leading to surgery to remove it. The doctor highlighted the importance of considering capsule endoscopy for children and adolescents with unexplained digestive issues to accurately diagnose conditions like gastrointestinal bleeding.
Source: YAHOO