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Appendectomy - Frequently Asked Questions |
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You would need to see a General Surgeon 2. What is the appendix? It is a worm like closed tube attached to the intestine. Its function is not known. 3. What is appendicitis? It is the inflammation of the appendix. If the inflammation and infection spread through the wall of the appendix, the appendix can rupture. After rupture, infection can spread throughout the abdomen causing serious illness to the body. 4. How do I know I have appendicitis? The most common symptoms of appendicitis are pain, fever, and abdominal tenderness. 5. What is Peritonitis? Inflammation of lining of the abdomen is called as peritonitis. If appendicitis is left unattended to, the infection in the appendix can spread to the entire abdomen, resulting in peritonitis. This is more common in children and elderly. |
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