A 24-year-old female asked:
can colitis cause similar sx to appendicitis? ct wo contrast showed mild thickenin transverse colon diverticula sigmoid. 9 months on and off rlq pain.
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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered
39 years experience Internal Medicine
Yes : Yes certainly the two conditions can be very similar and difficult to tell apart. See a primary care doctor general surgeon or gastroenterologist for specific diagnosis and treatment
Answered on Nov 28, 2017
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Dr. Charles Cattano answered
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Can be of more help: ...if we understand how you define "appendicitis like symptoms" please.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sanjay Jain answered
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Diverticulitis: Appears like you may have diverticulitis but mass cannot be ruled out. Need to seek attention from a specialist.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Paxton Daniel answered
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Suggests colitis: or colon inflammation. Your doctor can help explain the possibilities with you and whether you need colonoscopy to further evaluate.
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A 24-year-old male asked:
Dr. Creighton Wright answered
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Unusual: At your age, and common with aging.
You must be symptomatic if you are getting studied.
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