4 stages of appendicitis

What Are the Complications of Appendicitis?

An infected appendix that isn't treated is more likely to rupture. This can spread inside the body.

Appendix symptoms in female

The infection might form a large collection of pus (an abscess) or spread throughout the belly.

How Is Appendicitis Diagnosed?

The symptoms of appendicitis can be a lot like those of other medical problems (like gastroenteritis, kidney stones, pneumonia, or a urinary tract infection).

So it can be a challenge to diagnose.

To find out if your child has appendicitis, the doctor will examine the belly for signs of pain and tenderness, and order blood tests and urine tests. Some kids also get an X-ray of the abdomen and chest, an ultrasound, a CAT scan, or an MRI.

The medical team may tell you not to give your child any food or drink.

This is in case your child needs surgery.

How Is Appendicitis Treated?

Surgical Appendicitis Treatment (Appendectomy)

For most kids, a surgeon will operate to take out the infected appendix. This is called an appendectomy.

Usually, surgeons make 3 small cuts in the b

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