Appendicitis (inflammed appendix): What is the Cause? Solutions to it.

summary

the appendix is a small wormlike tube

it is a blind tube, and the inside is small

hence it can get blocked, infected or inflamed

symptoms of an inflammed appendix include tummy pain

the tummy pain often starts around the navel, and later moves to the right lower tummy

it may also cause high temperature, vomiting, general weakness

if left unattended, it can burst or form a mass

see a doctor urgently if you notice any symptoms as described

sometimes, all you may need may be antibiotics

commonly, the inflamed appendix has to be removed