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2024-07-05 13:12:21
Can chronic appendicitis be seen in CT scan? I am having pain in right lower andomen. Done usg and ct and both said appendix is normal. Can I still have appendicitis?
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Yes, it can be diagnosed in CT abdomen . It could be other reasons apart from appendix

Answered2024-07-12 08:17:57

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Chronic appendicities is very rare in this age of antibiotics!

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