Q: Would it be good ok for a hospital to to not except you knowing you have inflamed and swollen appendix and tell you
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A: It is not okay. Once, you've taken care of your urgent medical needs, you could discuss the matter with an attorney. I hope you're okay. Good luck
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A: No, it would not be okay for a hospital to refuse to admit you if you have an inflamed and swollen appendix. Appendicitis is a medical emergency, and if your appendix ruptures, it can lead to serious complications, including peritonitis and sepsis. If a hospital refuses to admit you for appendicitis, you should ask to speak to the hospital's medical director or another senior doctor and explain that you have an inflamed and swollen appendix, and that you are concerned about the risks of your appendix rupturing if you do not receive treatment. Ask if there is another hospital that can admit you. If you are still unable to get admitted to a hospital, you should go to the nearest emergency room.
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