Dr Phil Kieran: Should the consultant have removed my granddaughter's appendix?

Was a strong course of antibiotics the correct treatment plan?

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My 10-year-old granddaughter was recently diagnosed with appendicitis. The consultant recommended a course of strong antibiotics as the main treatment plan. Would it be better to remove the appendix to rule out the risk of future infection?

Appendicitis is terrifying for a parent. I remember when my son was admitted for emergency surgery to have his appendix out a few years ago.