Gallstones, hernias and appendicitis are turning up earlier than before. Doctors explain how sedentary lives, processed diets and weight gain are driving more surgical cases ...

Almost half of children who require surgery for complicated appendicitis can safely complete their recovery at home, according to a new study. Almost half of children who require surgery for ...

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It is found in the lower right portion of the abdominal area. In some instances, upon inflammation, the pain may begin around ...

"It was weird, to be in the gurney and reading my vitals and like, 'I know what that means!' " Briones said ...

Epiploic appendagitis is rare and usually heals itself in five to seven days. The pain from epiploic appendagitis is sharp and localized in the lower abdomen. A CT scan is the best way to diagnose ...

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Background: Diagnosing acute appendicitis (AA) in children can be challenging due to atypical symptoms and the difficulty in obtaining a comprehensive history. This study aimed to evaluate the value ...

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What happens when your appendix becomes inflamed? The appendix is a thin tube located in your lower right abdomen. Appendicitis happens when your appendix becomes inflamed. There is no exact cause of ...