Acute appendicitis
Emergencyहिंदी: एपेंडिसाइटिस · தமிழ்: அபென்டிசைடிஸ் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಅಪೆಂಡಿಸೈಟಿಸ್ · తెలుగు: అపెండిసైటిస్ · বাংলা: অ্যাপেন্ডিসাইটিস · मराठी: अपेंडिसायटिस · ગુજરાતી: અપેન્ડિસાઈટિસ
About this condition
Acute appendicitis is a surgical emergency that commonly presents with vomiting along with abdominal pain that typically moves to the right lower side. It requires immediate medical evaluation as delay can lead to rupture and serious complications. Surgery is the definitive treatment.
Common symptoms
vomitingsevere abdominal painfeverloss of appetitepain migrating to right lower abdomennausea
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When to see a doctor: immediately
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Acute appendicitis?
vomiting, severe abdominal pain, fever, loss of appetite, pain migrating to right lower abdomen, nausea.
When should I see a doctor?
immediately
Is Acute appendicitis common in India?
Acute 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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