Appendicitis
Emergencyहिंदी: एपेंडिसाइटिस · தமிழ்: அபென்டிசைடிஸ் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಅಪೆಂಡಿಸೈಟಿಸ್ · తెలుగు: అపెండిసైటిస్ · বাংলা: অ্যাপেন্ডিসাইটিস · मराठी: अपेंडिसायटिस · ગુજરાતી: અપેન્ડિસાઈટિસ
About this condition
Appendix inflammation causes severe abdominal pain requiring surgery, common across India in all age groups. Pain typically starts around the navel and moves to the right lower abdomen. This is a surgical emergency; delayed treatment can cause rupture and serious complications.
Common symptoms
severe stomach pain starting around navel then moving to right lower abdomennauseavomitingfeverloss of appetitetenderness
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When to see a doctor: immediately
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Appendicitis?
severe stomach pain starting around navel then moving to right lower abdomen, nausea, vomiting, fever, loss of appetite, tenderness.
When should I see a doctor?
immediately
Is Appendicitis common in India?
Appendicitis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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