Appendicitis

Common Condition

Inflammation of the appendix requiring emergency surgery. Common cause of sudden severe abdominal pain.

Related specialists:Gastroenterologist Surgeon

Symptoms

Sudden pain starting around navel

Pain moving to lower right abdomen

Pain worsening with movement or coughing

Nausea and vomiting

Specialists Who Commonly Treat Appendicitis

Based on related specialties

Raleigh Lean P. Rojas

Surgeon

Cavite City

5.0

Dr. Rona Rucio-Bautista, FPCP, FPSG, FPSDE

Gastroenterologist

Loss of appetite

Low-grade fever

Abdominal bloating

Inability to pass gas

Pain worsening over hours

Rebound tenderness

Causes

1

Obstruction of appendix opening

2

Hard stool blocking appendix

3

Enlarged lymph tissue

4

Infection

5

Tumors (rare)

6

Often cause unknown

7

More common in ages 10-30

8

Diet may play a role

9

Genetics

10

Trauma (rare)

Treatments

Appendectomy (surgery)

Laparoscopic surgery (preferred)

Open surgery if needed

Antibiotics before surgery

IV fluids

Pain management

Antibiotics alone (selected cases)

Draining abscess if formed

Hospitalization

Recovery in days to weeks

When to See a Doctor

SEEK EMERGENCY CARE for severe abdominal pain, especially if it starts around the navel and moves to the lower right, with fever, nausea, and loss of appetite.

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About Appendicitis

Appendicitis: A Surgical Emergency

Appendicitis is a medical emergency requiring prompt surgery to prevent rupture. If you have severe abdominal pain moving to your lower right side, seek immediate medical care.

"Ang masakit na tiyan sa kanang ibaba ay emergency—agad na magpatingin."

San Jose del Monte City

5.0

Dr. Cherry Lyn V. Montealto

Surgeon

Cebu City

5.0

Dr. Jan Catherine Carrera - Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Gastroenterologist

Cebu City

5.0

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