“There is nothing wrong with your appendix” said Dr. Kuldev through a half smile, “but you do have the flu.”
“But why do I have extra pain near my appendix?”
“Take two paracetemol and rest for a couple of days.” Still the smile.
“Perhaps I’ve torn a stomach muscle?!”
“Your pulse is normal. Try the paracetemol.” He was taking [...]
Posts Tagged as ‘Burst appendix’
July 29, 2008
From Coughing to Garroting
July 28, 2008
Doctor’s Waiting Room, East London
I’ve filled out a form stating the pain in my side is an emergency. “Strong pain in the appendix area” is what I put on the form.
Thing is, there’s no rush to see me even though I’ve declared myself an emergency. I came here at 9.45 and it’s almost 11 now. By the way, I [...]
