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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.
Answered 3/18/2018
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