Appendicitis Symptoms Treatment

Appendicitis is a result of inflammation in the appendix; appendix is a small closed ended tube which is attached to the first part of colon. Appendicitis usually occurs when the opening of the appendix into the colon is blocked. The blockage occurs when the opening is filled with mucus or when stool passing into rectum enters appendix and becomes rock hard causing inflammation. It may occur when the tissue in the appendix swells and blocks the opening of the appendix. Appendicitis occurs mostly occurs in the older population.

* Severe appendicitis left untreated may result in rupture of the appendix, which leads to the leakage of infected material into the abdomen leading to serious inflammation of the abdominal cavity. This condition can be fatal unless treated with strong anti- biotic.the symptoms of appendicitis include: sharp lower right abdominal pain, loss of appetite, nausea, fever, cramps, constipation etc, it is recommended to get medical assistance if one is experiencing the symptoms of appendicitis.

* Often to diagnose this condition physical examination and tests to rule out other gastric conditions are done. Blood test if done to check if the body has been fighting any infection so as to accurately diagnose this condition. Appendicitis is usually treated through surgery. The infected appendix is surgically removed in order to stop the appendix rupture as this may leak the infected material into the abdomen.

* Antibiotics are also used to treat this condition and sometimes are helpful in treatment when rupture occurs in the appendix. In case leakage of infected material in the appendix, the doctor may surgically drain out the infected material in order to prevent further complications. There is no way to prevent this condition from occurring, but, this condition is less common in those who have regular intake of foods rich in fiber such as fruits and vegetables.