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i went to emergency ROM with diverticulitis that began to run a fever of 99.4. Whle there they did a ct scan and found appendix to be inflammed but said not to worry about it, that it was probably related to the divrticulitis. Should I seek another opinion scince I have began to vomit?
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What causes the rupture of the appendix?
The rupture of the appendix is usually caused by a blockage in the appendix, leading to increased pressure and inflammation. This can result in the appendix bursting, which can be a serious medical emergency.
What is penticitis?
I think you mean "appendicitis," which is an inflammation of the appendix.
What are the potential factors that can cause your appendix to burst?
Potential factors that can cause your appendix to burst include blockage of the appendix opening, infection, inflammation, and buildup of pressure within the appendix.
What causes the appendix to become inflamed and potentially rupture?
Inflammation and potential rupture of the appendix are usually caused by a blockage in the appendix, often due to a buildup of mucus, stool, or a foreign object. This blockage can lead to bacterial overgrowth, swelling, and increased pressure, which can result in inflammation and possible rupture of the appendix.
What can cause an appendix to burst and what are the potential consequences of a ruptured appendix?
A burst appendix can be caused by a blockage in the appendix, leading to inflammation and pressure buildup. Potential consequences of a ruptured appendix include infection, abscess formation, and potentially life-threatening complications like peritonitis.
What body system is affected by appendictis?
The appendix. For future reference(in case you don't know) anything with the ending, "itis" means inflammation. So appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. Also the appendix is an organ near the small intestine that filters out some foods. With the inflammation of the appendix, a human can potentially die if not treated correctly. Most of the time, if the person is not under care of a doctor, when the appendix explodes, which is usually the side effect of this, they will die. There are exceptions however...
The medical term for inflammation of the appendix is what?
The medical term for the appendix is, appendix.
What is the medical for inflammation of the appendix?
Appendicitis
What is it called when you have stones in your appendix?
It is called appendicolith when there are stones or calcifications in the appendix. This condition can lead to inflammation or blockage of the appendix, causing appendicitis.
What is appendecitus?
Inflammation (and usually infection) of your appendix.
Is the Erythematous the appendix?
Erythematous refers to redness or inflammation. The appendix is a small pouch-like organ attached to the large intestine. Erythematous may be seen in cases of appendicitis, which is inflammation of the appendix.
What is appendicitis and how is it caused?
Appendicitis is the Inflammation of the appendix and is caused by a blockage covering the only opening of the appendix.
What causes the rupture of the appendix?
The rupture of the appendix is usually caused by a blockage in the appendix, leading to increased pressure and inflammation. This can result in the appendix bursting, which can be a serious medical emergency.
What is penticitis?
I think you mean "appendicitis," which is an inflammation of the appendix.
What are the potential factors that can cause your appendix to burst?
Potential factors that can cause your appendix to burst include blockage of the appendix opening, infection, inflammation, and buildup of pressure within the appendix.
What is an appendectomy?
The suffix "itis" means inflammation. The root word "append" stands for the appendix. Therefore, appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, which is located in the lower right side of the abdomen (right lower quadrant). If appendicitis is confirmed by a physician, it must be removed surgically as soon as possible.
What does iti mean?
"-Itis" refers to inflammation. For example, appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. Another example is cholecystitis, which is an inflammation of the gallbladder.
