Appendicitis: Symptoms, Tests, Treatment & Prevention Presented By: Dr. Manjunath Haridas MD FACS FICS
What is appendicitis? • Your appendix is a finger-sized tube located on the right side where the large and small intestines connect. • It has no known function, but if it gets inflamed or infected (appendicitis), you’ll need immediate treatment.
Who might get appendicitis? • Appendicitis can occur at any age, although it’s most common in people in their teens and 20s. • Appendicitis in children most often occurs during the tween or teen years. But even elementary school-age children get appendicitis.
What causes appendicitis? Causes could include: • Abdominal injury or trauma. • Blockage at the opening where the appendix connects to the intestines. • Digestive tract infection. • Inflammatory bowel disease. • Growths inside the appendix.
What are the symptoms of appendicitis? • • • • • • • •
Abdominal pain Swollen belly. Constipation. Diarrhea. Inability to pass gas. Loss of appetite Low-grade fever (below 100 degrees F). Nausea and vomiting.
How is appendicitis diagnosed? Any of these tests can show signs of blockage, inflammation or organ rupture: • Computed tomography (CT) scans show cross-sections of the body. They use a combination of X-rays and computer technology. • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses radio waves and magnets to produce detailed images of abdominal organs. • An abdominal ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to show images of organs.
How is appendicitis treated? • Most people with appendicitis need a surgery called an appendectomy. It removes a diseased appendix. • If you need surgery, most appendectomies are done laparoscopically. Laparoscopic procedures take place with a scope through small incisions. • This minimally invasive approach helps you heal faster, with less pain. • You may need major abdominal surgery (laparotomy) if the appendix ruptures.
What are the complications of appendicitis? A burst appendix can cause an infection that can lead to serious illness and even death. Complications include: • Abscess • Abdominal infection • Sepsis
When should I call the doctor? • You don’t have to worry about the final recovery as the Best Multispeciality Surgery Hospital in Bangalore will guide you through the steps to follow. • After an appendectomy treatment, the follow-up care and child’s recovery will remain dependent on whether the appendix was a complicated or a simple procedure. • So, next time you are looking for the best surgical help, it is important to catch up with the team from Mh Surgery. The our experts are always offering quality help.
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