Researchers at the Department of Surgery, Lagos State University College of Medicine, Ikeja, Lagos, have stressed the importance of early presentation in treating appendicitis patients. The study, ...

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 ...

Your appendix is a finger-shaped pouch that’s connected to your large intestine. It can become inflamed and infected, resulting in a painful condition known as appendicitis. When people talk about ...