Appendicitis

Symptoms of appendicitis in dogs can include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, lethargy, and a decreased appetite. Dogs may also exhibit signs of discomfort when their abdomen is touched or may show reluctance to move. Additionally, fever and changes in behavior, such as increased irritability, can occur. If appendicitis is suspected, it is crucial to seek veterinary care promptly.

No, appendicitis cannot make you gain weight overnight. Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, typically causing pain and discomfort, not weight gain. If you are experiencing symptoms of appendicitis, it's important to seek medical attention rather than focusing on weight changes.

Appendicitis typically does not cause heartburn. Instead, it usually presents with symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Heartburn is more commonly associated with gastrointestinal issues like acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, if someone experiences heartburn along with other abdominal symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention to rule out appendicitis or other conditions.

Recovery from an appendectomy, when the appendix has not ruptured, typically takes about 1 to 3 weeks. Most patients can return to normal activities within a week, but complete healing may take longer, depending on individual health and the surgical method used (laparoscopic vs. open surgery). It's important to follow post-operative care instructions and gradually ease back into regular activities. Always consult with a healthcare provider for personalized recovery guidance.

While exact figures can vary from year to year, it is estimated that approximately 100,000 cases of appendicitis occur in Canada annually. The condition is common among individuals aged 10 to 30, with a lifetime risk of about 7-8% for Canadians. Hospitalization for appendicitis is frequent, making it one of the most common surgical emergencies in the country.

A pee test, likewise called a urinalysis, might be finished. A urinalysis ensures that a urinary plot contamination or a kidney stone isn't causing the aggravation. Imaging tests. Imaging tests might assist with affirming a ruptured appendix or track down different foundations for torment

Appendicitis is the Inflammation of the appendix and is caused by a blockage covering the only opening of the appendix.

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.

bacteria escape into the circulating blood

nope. you cant stitch a appendix back it would hurt too much. Also, you cant grow an appendix.

A delay can result in perforation, or rupture, of the appendix. When this happens, the infected contents of the appendix spill into the abdomen, potentially causing a serious infection of the abdomen called peritonitis.

You usually know that you have one if you have gut wrenching cramps in your right side right above your hip bone.

yes, in a case of pre ileal or a post ileal appendix, the irritation of the terminal ileum can present with symptoms of diarrhea also non obstructive appendicitis caused by an organism which causes enteritis eventually inflaming appendix can be a predominant symptom presenting initially as diarrhea.

surgery. and after wards a lot of rest.

Yes, of course you can have a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and appendicitis. They are from different body systems. The UTI is fixed with antibiotics and appendicitis is ONLY fixed with surgery. If you had appendicitis you would get sicker every day with more pain and fever. You would know if you had appendicitis, it DOESN:T go away!

It depends on the grade of the appendicitis. Some people recover fast but in some cases the illness can lead to a complication called peritonitis (if the infection is spread through the abdomen). In this case it may take month to heal and patient must take an antibiotic.

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.

The doctors would be most carefull not to interfere with the baby in the process.

There is always a chance of something going wrong though, as surgery stresses the body.

I do not think the chances of having a miscarriage due to removal of appendix is large.

Appendicitis is more common in male may be because of active dynamic life and specific life style, nothing approved this when it comes to evidence based medicine,also there is speculations that appendicitis affecting teen more than other group of patients because possibility of lumen's obstruction is high , again this is not supported by evidence based medicine.

The others possibility is inheritance ; appendicitis more common when member of family develop it , why this ? The only explanation is inheritance . But why it's more common in male ; again the possible explanation is inheritance.

The other possible cause is type of diet: no thing proved by research, however diet is predisposing factor , but why specific type of diet cause appendicitis ? Nothing proved by solid research.

The other possibility is genetic constitution:

Appendicitis may be under diagnosed in women because assumption that the symptoms are due to pelvic organs pathology rather than appendicitis and this makes diagnosis less in women , on contrary men with right side lower abdominal pain the first differential diagnosis would be acute appendicitis.

The other possible cause is relatively easy diagnosis in men compared to women.

The other possible cause is modern antibiotics ; use of antibiotics may abolish appendicitis in women if mistreated for urinary tract infection ir pelvic infection .

All these information are not supported by strong evidence from literature.

I hope this had answered the question

Mr Abdulzahra Hussain , FRCSI,FRCSENG ,FRCS(Gen.Surg)

UK

It takes hours and not days to develop the symptoms of appendicitis.