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๐Ÿ“‹ Age-Specific Abdominal Red Flags

Neonates (0-28d): Bilious vomiting โ†’ Volvulus
Infants (2mo-2yr): Intermittent pain + leg drawing โ†’ Intussusception
Children (2-10yr): Periumbilical โ†’ RLQ migration โ†’ Appendicitis
Adolescents/Adults: Amenorrhea + pain โ†’ Ectopic pregnancy
Elderly (>65yr): ANY new abdominal pain โ†’ Assume surgical until proven otherwise

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