Evidently the center of my
LRQ pain lies precisely at
McBurney's point. This symptom is consistent with--among other things--
Crohn's and subacute
appendicitis.
Subacute is not the precipitous, "exploding" variety of appendicitis we commonly hear about. I have also experienced what my Gastroenterologist calls a "
rigor" (brief but scary shuddering episode followed by a sweat) - this event usually indicates a systemic infection. More news after
CT scan tomorrow, I hope. Additional
UA and blood to be submitted on Thursday.
I'll be tipping back a couple of
contrast cocktails later on. Nôtre santé!
Update 31 Jan: Results due tomorrow, 1 Feb 2008.