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Upset stomach 3 weeks , worse yesterday with nausea and stomach pain had ct scan-enlarged appendix. given antibiotics & sent home. worried or not?

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If treatment reverse: the course that is fine otherwise you need appendectomy.

Answered 9/10/2014

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Follow up required: Yes, if a physician was worried enough to prescribe antibiotics because of abdominal symptoms and enlarged appendix, then follow up is essential; please contact your PCP today; sequential exams are essential; and blood testing is essential;

Answered 9/11/2014

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