This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

That sudden pain in your abdomen might just be indigestion—or it could be something far more serious. When it comes to appendicitis, knowing the difference could save your life. This potentially ...

In the antibiotics groups, the percentage of patients who underwent subsequent appendectomy was 40% (95% confidence interval [CI], 36 to 44) at 1 year and 46% (95% CI, 42 to 49) at 2 years (Figure 1); ...

Acute appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a small organ attached to the large intestine, usually due to an infection, or an obstruction between the two organs. Stomach infections may ...

Appendicitis occurs when your appendix becomes inflamed, likely due to a blockage. It can cause symptoms like cramping or intense abdominal pain. Treatment typically involves antibiotics followed by ...

One of the most common symptoms of appendicitis is pain that starts near the belly button. (Image Credits: Pixabay) Abdominal discomfort is a common complaint that is sometimes misinterpreted as gas, ...

Untreated appendicitis may cause your appendix to rupture (burst), resulting in an infection. Symptoms associated with a ruptured appendix include severe abdominal pain, fever, chills, and weakness.