Question 1

do appendix attacks come & go?

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No: Appendicitis is a progressive infection that gradually gets worse over 24-48 hours resulting in nausea and increasing right lower abdominal pain. Some doctors believe there could be a very rare condition of chronic appendicitis, which i believe does not occur.

Question 2

what are common signs of appendix problems?

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Pain: If someone has an appendicitis generally one develops pain around the belly button that slowly with time moves down to the right lower quadrant of the abdomen. Associated with the pain is nausea and vomiting.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of an appendix attack?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms: Sometimes the pain from an inflamed appendix can start around your naval. The pain usually worsens over time and moves to mcburney's point which is in the right lower quadrant of your abdomen. Usually the area is tender when touched or when pressure is released.  Things which are jolting like walking or coughing can increase the pain.  See below.

Question 4

what is sign of appendix, i have pains on the right side on my domain?

Accepted Answer

Initially: appendicitis does not cause pain in the lower right abdomen. It typically starts as dull pain around the belly button with loss of appetite. As it progresses the pain sharpens and moves to right lower abdomen. Nausea, vomiting, fever may occur. There are many things that can cause pain in right side of abdomen. Best seek medical attention and have expert help sort it out. Good wishes:)

Question 5

what are the warning signs that your appendix might burst?

Accepted Answer

Rupture of Appendix: Sometimes the pain from an inflamed appendix can start around your naval. The pain usually worsens over time and moves to mcburney's point which is in the right lower quadrant of your abdomen. Usually the area is tender when touched or when pressure is released.  Things which are jolting like walking or coughing can increase the pain.  See below.

Question 6

what are the signs of appendix infection?

Accepted Answer

Appendicitis: Appendicitis causes abdominal pain that starts around the navel and then shifts to the right lower abdomen,  low grade fever, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite. On exam the right lower abdomen is tender, and the pain may worsen when the hand is removed quickly. It is an emergency and you should not wait if you think you have it.

Question 7

can an x ray detect signs of an inflamed/infected appendix?

Accepted Answer

Appendix : Yes but not very good way to find if you have a problem.

Question 8

what's the signs of a ruptured appendix?

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Symptoms appi: HI. Welcome, I'm Dr. Ivy Fisher with health tap.
Symptoms of a ruptured appendicitis
app, can be many. Emesis, stomach ache and local 
or diffuse abdominal pains, fevers are the main features. If suspected, one should head for the Emergency room to be monitored,checked and rule out this option, as treatment is antibiotics and surgery.
If you need health care, you can make a virtual appt 
online.

Question 9

do appendix attacks run in the family?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no familial association with appendicitis.

Question 10

how long does it take for your appendix to heal itself after an appendicitis attack?

Accepted Answer

Surgical Emergency: Acute Appendicitis is a surgical emergency and is never left to heal by itself as it can be dangerous not to operate after the diagnosis is established,the appendix has to be removed and the ost op healing will takle 5to7days if done leparoscopcally the technique used these days
If not operated in time it can rupture and cause an abscess with/without peritonitis/sepsis and can be life threatening

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