Appendicitis may be diagnosed clinically based on symptoms and clinical examination. Lab tests and, sometimes, imaging tests are done to confirm the diagnosis. In young children, elderly and pregnant ...

People suffering from the medical condition of appendicitis are likely to have faced an immense amount of discomfort throughout their diagnosis. It happens to be a common condition characterized by ...

Magnetic Resonance Imaging gives physicians a safe and accurate tool for the diagnosis of appendicitis in pregnant patients without the increased risks of radiation to the patient and fetus, according ...

Computed tomography (CT) has become the predominant test for diagnosing acute appendicitis in adults. In children and young adults, exposure to CT radiation is of particular concern. We evaluated the ...

A physical examination is a routine test your primary care provider (PCP) performs to check your overall health. It’s also known as a wellness check. You don’t have to be sick to request it. A PCP may ...