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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.

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.

One of the reasons colon cancer is so deadly is that it’s hard to detect. As this article will show, early signs of colon cancer are easy to confuse with other, far less dangerous health issues, such as the stomach flu or irritable bowel syndrome. So, what are some of the symptoms of colorectal cancer?

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.

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.

The simple truth is that certain foods can tax your digestive system more than others, leading to feelings of bloating, pain or excessive gas. Here are six food types that can be particularly tough on your digestive system.