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For what length of time can you have appendicitis without knowing?

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Not too long: Usually have progressively worsening mid abdominal pain that gets worse and moves into the right lower abdomen over 12-24 hours with worsening pains, nausea, not wanting to eat, sometimes vomiting and fever.

Answered 10/4/2016

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