AI chatbot Grok helps man catch missed medical emergency

Technology Dec 22, 2025

A 49-year-old turned to Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, after doctors sent him home with stomach pain and an acid blocker.
Not convinced by the initial diagnosis, he asked Grok for help—and got a very different answer.

Chatbot advice leads to real diagnosis and surgery

Grok flagged possible signs of a perforated ulcer or atypical appendicitis and suggested getting a CT scan.
The man requested a CT scan at the hospital, which revealed he actually needed emergency appendix surgery.
The story is a reminder: sometimes tech can help you advocate for your health when things don't feel right.