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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 ...

When it comes to treating appendicitis, you might be surprised to find that surgery isn’t your only option. In some cases, antibiotics can also help with healing. Your appendix is a small pouch ...

Appendicitis typically causes pain that starts on the lower right side of your abdomen while gas pain can occur all over. With appendicitis, you may also develop other symptoms, including fever. A ...