Care plan your doctor would usually recommend for appendicitis

Inflammation of the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch present at the lower right side of the abdomen. Starts with a dull pain in the middle or right side of the abdomen and moves down to the lower right abdomen.

Appendicitis is characterized by pain, vomiting, constipation (diarrhea may occur), fever and increase in urinary frequency.

Appendicitis is caused by blockage in the lining of the appendix by stool, tumors, or any foreign body. It can also be caused due to infection.

To rule out any abdomen related problems, with similar symptoms, certain tests are recommended.

→ Common treatment options

→ How is this diagnosed?

• Treatable by a medical professional
• Diagnosed by medical professional
• Often requires lab test or imaging
• Can last several weeks or months
• Common for ages 10-30
• More common in males
• Can be dangerous or life threatening if untreated
• Urgent medical attention recommended

Treatment usually requires surgery to remove the inflamed appendix.

Antibiotics: Used to clear infection.

Piperacillin . Ticarcillin . Ceftriaxone . Meropenem . Ciprofloxacin

Appendectomy: In most of the cases, removal of appendix through surgical procedure is advised to avoid life threatening complication.

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