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Can a 39 year old get appendicitis? pain only when coughing, bm, movement, or wiping - lower right side. isn't this a kids illness?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Appendicitis: You can get this at any age. Do not know what your illness is, but suggest that you see a doctor ASAP and have this evaluated.

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Answered 7/5/2017

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A member asked:

Can a 39 year old get appendicitis? pain only when coughing, bm, movement, or wiping - lower right side. isn't this a kids illness?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

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