10 Appendicitis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #9: Antalgic Position
The pain during an episode of appendicitis can become very severe in a matter of hours if left untreated. Many patients try to find a position to relieve the pain a little bit.
Usually, patients lie down in fetal position (knees to the chest, like a fetus) to avoid movement and try to minimize the pain.
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