Question 1

can someone have appendicolith without appendicitis?

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Yes: By itself, an apoendicolith does not indicate appendicitis or a need for surgery. In medicine we need combined clinical findings and symptoms along with laboratory and radiology findings for a diagnosis of appendicitis. An appendicolith can be seen on x-ray ; be a normal finding for some.

Question 2

i was diagnosed last night with appendicolith, how long before that turns into appendicitis or even ruptures?

Accepted Answer

Good question: incepted stool in the lumen of appendix with time becomes stone like formation will eventually  obstruct the lumen causing severe appendicitis time unpredictable   ( or may never will  obstruct  reason some will do just observation  ) , best way to manage is by laparoscopic removal electively at your convenience .

Question 3

who treats appendicitis?

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General Surgeons: Appendectomy is the "bread-and-butter" surgery of general surgeons (available 24-7).

Question 4

can appendicitis be chronic?

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No: Appendicitis is not chronic.  It is possible to have chronic irritation to the appendix, but it is not a chronic infection.  If infected, the appendix is removed.  However, even after an appendectomy, it is possible to get appendicitis again.  Usually a little stump of the appendix is left and this can, rarely, get infected again.

Question 5

how does appendicitis start?

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Lumen blockage: Usually, appendicitis starts from occlusion of the lumen of the hollow appendix.This can be from a small piece of stool, seed, tumor, parasite, or swollen lymph within the organ. It usually progresses to rupture in about 24-48  hours. I hope this helps. Good luck.

Question 6

can adults get appendicitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: One of my fellows had appendicitis last year and was 30 at the time.

Question 7

how do i know if appendicitis?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: It's unsafe to self diagnose or let your family and friends fill the role of a doctor - even if they have had appendicitis.  Although many patients report nausea, anorexia and frequently right lower abdominal pain with appendicitis, there are many variables that will change your clinical presentation.  It is a common problem with an usually simple surgical solution - don't take a chance.

Question 8

how can  appendicitis pain start?

Accepted Answer

Start of pain: Is usually located around the umbilicus or in upper mid abdomen.  Then it goes to right lower area.  This is because, at the start, the main problem is cramping in the appendix and the nerves go to the small intestines.  As the inflammation progresses, it causes local irritation in the right lower quadrant, where it induces pain.

Question 9

can appendicitis pain last months?

Accepted Answer

Rare: Very unusual.  Usually with appendicitis you have around 24 hours from the onset of pain until the appendix ruptures.  Once it ruptures, the pain is so severe it gets evaluated and fixed.  There is chronic appendicitis, but it is less understood.  Mild pain that comes and goes and sometimes it does last months or even years.  This is not usually seen prior to surgery.  Usually seen months later.

Question 10

is appendicitis in children common?

Accepted Answer

It is : Quite common.  And sometimes it can be difficult to diagnose, especially in young children who cannot give an accurate history or cooperate with a physical exam.  Take your child to pediatrician if you suspect appendicitis.

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