Toddler Complains of Tummy Ache—Days Later, Parents Face Worst Nightmare
Summary
A two-year-old girl named Adalae became very tired, refused food and drink, and had a stomach ache. After being misdiagnosed with a throat infection, scans revealed a large tumor in her abdomen that burst, leading to emergency surgery and a diagnosis of a rare germ cell tumor.Key Facts
- Adalae first showed symptoms on May 25, including tiredness, stomach pain, fever, and refusal to eat or drink.
- She tested positive for streptococcus (a bacterial throat infection) during her first hospital visit.
- Her mother noticed the stomach pain did not match the strep infection and sought further medical help.
- Imaging scans showed a large mass in Adalae’s abdomen, which had burst causing internal bleeding.
- Emergency surgery removed the tumor and Adalae’s right ovary.
- The tumor was identified as a germ cell tumor, a rare form of cancer affecting about 3% of children.
- Germ cell tumors usually begin in reproductive organs and have a good survival rate with treatment.
- Adalae’s family is hopeful because this type of cancer has an effective treatment plan and a high chance of survival.
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