A ruptured appendix can be life threatening and doctors must remove it immediately to avoid toxicity. The most obvious sign of an appendicitis attack is pain in the lower right side of the abdomen, but these 13 symptoms may also accompany this telltale pain.
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Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes blocked and painfully inflamed. The key is the surgical removal of the organ before it bursts, which can lead to a fatal infection spreading throughout the abdomen. We look into the 11 most common symptoms leading up to appendicitis.
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Depending on risk factors such as gender, age and lifestyle, a person can develop gallstones that block the flow of bile, or develop a range of gallbladder diseases. In any case, you’ll experience symptoms that are less than pleasant. Here are 14 signs to watch for.
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It’s important to know the difference between appendicitis (an emergency medical condition that can be fatal) and when you’re experiencing the result of excessive gas. We look into the 12 differences between gas and appendicitis.
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Activated charcoal has gained tremendous popularity of late for its wide variety of applications that help to rid the body of toxins. It is not a naturally occurring substance, but rather is made from sources such as coal, wood or coconut shells and becomes “activated” through a heating process. Activated charcoal traps unwanted chemicals in […]
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Appendicitis results when the worm-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine, known as your appendix, is inflamed. Appendicitis is considered threatening if the inflammation is left untreated and the appendix bursts. We look into the emergency signs of an appendix about the burst.
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