Although this condition sounds scary, it’s often relatively harmless. Mesenteric adenitis will cause some stomach pain and discomfort for anywhere from a few days up to a couple of weeks, but it won’t cause any long-term issues once it subsides. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team explains more about this relatively common condition among children and young teens below. Keep reading! What Is Mesenteric Adenitis? Mesenteric adenitis (sometimes known as mesenteric lymphadenitis ...
