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Is there a way to prevent appendicitis?
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Dr Marios Efthymiou
Gastroenterologist
There is no evidence at present that appendicitis may be prevented.
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Dr John Mahony
Cosmetic Physician
Dr John Mahony studied Medicine at Sydney University 1980-1984 graduating early 1985. Internship and residency years followed in the Illawarra, covering general medical and surgical … View Profile
The only way to prevent appendicitis would be to have the appendix removed, which if course no-one would do because risks outweigh benefits in such circumstances.
The trick with appendicitis is diagnosis - it is often missed, even today.Report this post
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