A 18-year-old male asked:
Is it likely that blood tests and a ct scan could miss appendicitis?! please help
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Dr. Randy Stevensanswered
General Surgery 26 years experience
Time, physical exam: A ct scan and blood work is very good. Over time with a physical exam your doctors will evaluate you. The ct scan is one moment in time. If you feel worse go back to emergency.
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