UNDERSTANDING APPENDICITIS: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, AND TREATMENT

The appendix is a small, finger-shaped organ attached to your large intestine, situated on the right side of the abdomen. When the appendix gets inflamed, it is called appendicitis. It usually presents as a sudden and intense pain in the lower right abdomen.

Appendicitis can occur due to various infections such as viruses, bacteria, or parasites, in the digestive tract. Keep your gut healthy with our stomach care range.

Symptoms may include:

• Nausea and
• Fever and
• Loss of
• vomiting
• chills
• appetite

Not everyone who presents with the typical

symptoms may always have appendicitis.

Always seek professional advice if you are noticing these symptoms.

Can appendicitis go away on its own?

Generally, if the doctor suspects appendicitis, most people will get advice to quickly get it removed. However,

getting the appendix removed does not pose any health concerns since it is a vestigial organ. Antibiotics may be prescribed temporarily for appendicitis, but surgery is usually needed. Rarely, symptoms may subside on their own if the obstruction clears.

However, relying on the appendix to resolve the issue without intervention is risky, as there's a high likelihood of recurrence and potential

complications. Do not neglect the symptoms and seek prompt medical attention.

Can Appendicitis Be Prevented?

While there is no, a sure-shot way to prevent appendicitis, you can lower the risk by making mindful changes in your diet, focusing more on fiber-rich foods, and avoiding certain foods.

Here are some examples:

Foods To Eat

• Fresh fruits
• Legumes
• Green leafy vegetable
• Whole wheat flour
• Brown rice
• Oatmeal
• Whole grains

Foods To Avoid

• Processed, packaged, fried, and junk foods
• All-purpose flour (maida)
• Red meat
• Sugary items
• Carbonated drinks & canned packed juices