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- An overview of the causes and symptoms of appendicitis
- A rundown of the procedures used to diagnose and treat appendicitis
- Details on alternative treatments, preventive measures, and prognosis
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Definition
Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, which is the worm-shaped pouch attached to the cecum, the beginning of the large intestine. The appendix has no known function in the body, but it can become diseased. Appendicitis is a medical emergency, and if it is left untreated the appendix may rupture and cause a potentially fatal infection.
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