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The medical term for inflammation of the appendix is what?
The medical term for the appendix is, appendix.
An inflamed appendix?
appendicitis
Can crohns be confused with appendicitis?
Yes. Many Crohns sufferers prior to being diagnosed with the disease will have had a diagnosis of appendicitis and many patients will have that organ removed. Severe appendicitis has similar symptoms to a Crohns flare up.
How long does it take for appendicitis symptoms to occur?
It takes hours and not days to develop the symptoms of appendicitis.
What is it called when appendix is inflamed?
appendicitis
What is the medical for inflammation of the appendix?
Appendicitis
Can a two year old get appendicitis?
Yes. You can get appendicitis at any age (as long as you have an appendix).
Will tomato skin bring appendix?
No. It will not bring you appendicitis. Some times a small seed is found lodged in the lumen of appendix and cause appendicitis.
What is the chance on your appendix bursting?
The chance of a person's appendix bursting, or rupturing, is relatively low. However, if a person has appendicitis, which is an inflammation of the appendix, the risk of the appendix bursting increases. Appendicitis is a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. If left untreated, the appendix can burst within 36 to 72 hours of the onset of symptoms. The risk of rupture is higher in people who have had appendicitis for a longer period of time before seeking medical attention. There are several factors that can increase the risk of appendicitis and the likelihood of the appendix bursting. These include having a family history of appendicitis, being male (males are more likely to develop appendicitis than females), being between the ages of 10 and 30 (appendicitis is most common in this age group), and having certain medical conditions such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It's important to seek medical attention if you think you may have appendicitis. Early treatment can help prevent the appendix from bursting and can reduce the risk of complications.
Can a 60 year old get appendicitis?
I am sure anybody can have appendicitis if they still have their appendix. The appendix is small at the end of the intestine, so as long as it is still in the body, there is a chance of something going wrong with it..
What diseases or disorders affect appendix?
appendicitis
What diseases or disorders affect the appendix?
appendicitis
