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Is it possible to have appendicitis if a ct scan with contrast & stomach scan 2 months ago was normal?
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Over Reliance of CT : Anecdotal but widespread concerns have been voiced about potential overreliance on CT scan by emergency physicians and surgeons. The time, expense, and radiation associated with CT is not warranted .However, for women, in whom ovarian pathology can mimic appendicitis, and for men whose diagnosis is less certain, obtaining a CT scan is appropriate. Answer to above patient question is yes.
Answered 5/29/2019
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Yes: The appendicitis is an equal opportunity process. Whatever happened 2 months ago or 2 years ago does not mean you would not have developed appendicitis today. That evaluation was a snapshot in time but things can happen since. If you can't walk without pain &/or have other signs suggesting appendicitis go in & have it evaluated.
Answered 5/30/2019
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