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A member asked:

Does straining strenously while defacation over an extended period of time (many years) can cause appendicitis?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

No. The conditions are not related.

Dr Handsfield agreed

Answered 7/7/2023

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Hi first day of period quick sharp pain lower right abdo happend around 9 times today no other symptoms can I rule out appendicitis?? Thanks heaps!

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I have developed a sort of sharp pain in the area of my appendix, but I know it isn't an appendicitis. It only is painful if I have my weight on my right leg for a period of time and shift to my left leg. I sometimes turn, and it hurts. Thoughts?

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In ER for appendicitis like pain (neg). Once home saw this in my chart "Heterogeneous masslike echotexture in the endocervical canal without demonstrable blood flow". Could being on my period cause this? Cause for concern? 32 yo female?

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What is the difference between periods and appendicitis ? Is bleeding a symptom of appendicitis ? My daughter is 12 years and has frequent stomach pain ( mild or very mild and gets alright within a day or two or lesser than a day ) no other symptoms?

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