Go to ER for CT scan: The most sensitive and specific test to diagnose injury to the spleen is a ct of the abdomen. Blunt trauma to the abdomen, like what can occur when falling down stairs, should be taken very seriously. This requires emergency room evaluation.
Answered 9/6/2015
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You may not!: This can cause bleeding, abdominal pain, shock and can be delayed sometimes with capsular tear and later leakage. Testing is required to make the diagnosis.
Answered 9/6/2017
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