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A member asked:

I think i have appendicitis, since the pain near my belly button is getting worse. but my mom doesn't want to bring me to the er. what can i do?

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You mom must have: A reason not to take you to er , may be you have several similar episodes, already have work up , in canada almost every one has health coverage , ask your mom again , if you still have pain to to nearest er , they will call her and get permission to treat you as you are a minor

Answered 2/27/2014

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