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Hello doctor! Currently, I find out that I have symptoms of appendicitis (distension, pain in the right abdomen every time I press on or change positions when lying down). Currently, I am studying abroad in the US until the end of May, I will return to Vietnam. I want to ask, how long will my current condition take without treatment to have complications? And can I keep this condition until I return to Vietnam, doctor? I look forward to consulting a doctor. Thank you doctor.
Luu Nguyen Phuc (1996)
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Hello! Appendicitis usually has an acute course, with a risk of appendicitis rupture. Pus from the inflamed appendix will drain into the abdomen causing a toxic and potentially life-threatening infection. So, if you have abdominal pain in the right iliac fossa, you should see your doctor soon. The doctor will perform laboratory investigations to diagnose appendicitis. If the diagnosis is confirmed as appendicitis, often an appendectomy is indicated to prevent dangerous complications.
Thank you for submitting your question to Vinmec Health System. Best regards!
Master, Doctor Vu Van Quan - Gastroenterologist - Department of General Surgery & Anesthesia - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital
