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For what length of time can a child go with appendicitis?

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Appendicitis: True appendicitis is a progressive infection that usually becomes worse over 12-24 hours or more and associated with worsening right lower abdominal pains, fevers, vomiting, not wanting to eat, etc. Not treated, can lead to serious internal infection and even death.

Dr Cattano and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/1/2013

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