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Acute appendicitis is most common acute abdominal emergency.

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Where is the location of appendicitis?

lower stomach and sometimes you can feel it in your back! if you think you have it see your doctor or the emergency room. an appendicitis is when your appendix blows up- ive had it before- ouch!


What do you do if you am having appendicitis symptoms?

If you are having symptoms of appendicitis you should see a doctor as soon as possible, since appendicitis can become very serious quickly. If you have abdominal pain that makes it impossible to sit or stay still, go to the emergency room.


Who is the likely group of people to get appendicitis?

Appendicitis is the most common abdominal emergency found in children and young adults. One person in 15 develops appendicitis in his or her lifetime. The incidence is highest among males aged 10-14, and among females aged 15-19.


What gastrointestinal disorders require emergency surgery?

bleeding in the digestive tract, obstructions, appendicitis and inflammation of the lining of the abdomen. Pediatric emergency surgery includes birth defects of the heart


Can doctors find out what caused you appendicitis?

yes!!! in fact the doctor should be the first person to see. the emergency room is also a place you could go. The doctor will also send you there if they think that you have it. the best way to chose would probably be how bad is the pain. the emergency room will put you on the appropriate pain killers. the wait in the emergency room is about 4 hours or more both can help. hope this helps!!


What is an appendictis?

Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch located in the lower right abdomen. It often presents with symptoms like abdominal pain, fever, nausea, and vomiting. If left untreated, appendicitis can lead to a burst appendix, which is a medical emergency.


Is acute Appendicitis the same as Appendicitis?

Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix. The term Acute or Chronic refers to the amount of time the condition has been occurring. Acute conditions last for less then 6 months where as Chronic conditions last for 6 months or longer. So to answer your question, yes they are the same, however saying "acute appendicitis" is a more specific term and would refer to appendicitis lasting less then 6 months. In almost all cases appendicitis is acute as the infection, inflammation and swelling of the tissue is a medical emergency in which the appendix must be removed before it bursts.


Where does appendicitis come from?

i want to know where the appendicitis come from? how do you stop the appendicitis?


What is meant by subacute appendicitis?

Appendicitis that is not yet as serious as acute appendicitis.


What is your reaction on appendicitis?

what are the reaction on appendicitis


Is there appendicitis vaccine?

There is no known vaccine for appendicitis.


How do you know if you are having appendix failure or appendicitis?

Pain in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen is an indicator of possible appendicitis. If you push in, on the right lower quadrant, and let go quickly, the pain is characteristically quite intense (known as rebound pain or tenderness). If appendicitis (or any other concerning pain) is occuring, see your physician or, if urgent, go to the nearest hospital emergency room.