Splenic infarcts

Overview

Splenic infarcts: A rare condition were blood flow to a part of the spleen is interrupted by such things as blood clots and causes some of the spleen tissue to die. Symptoms depend on the amount of damage to the spleen.

Symptoms

* Left upper abdominal pain * Asymptomatic * Fever * Chills * Malaise * Early fullness after eating

Causes

* Asymptomatic * Chills * Fever * Malaise