A 4-year-old male presented with sudden, constant, and intense abdominal pain that woke him from sleep. He previously had been healthy, without any changes in bowel habits, nausea, or vomiting. Vital ...

Pain in one specific spot is a dead giveaway.

This small organ can cause big problems when inflammation sets in, potentially leading to life-threatening complications if left untreated. That nagging pain in your abdomen might be more than just a ...

Recognizing the early symptoms could make the difference between a quick recovery and a medical emergency.

Bindi Irwin has reportedly been rushed to hospital in the United States to undergo emergency surgery for a ruptured appendix. According to brother Robert Irwin, “she’s going to be OK”, however the ...

Dear Doctors: I had a pain on the right side of my abdomen. A CT scan found a perforated appendix with an abscess. I was treated with IV antibiotics, and now I am feeling fine. Do I need to have my ...

Trials have provided data regarding the safety, cost, and efficacy of antibiotic therapy in the management of adult appendicitis. So, should uncomplicated appendicitis be operated on? Can a ...

A 12-year-old male was transferred from an outside facility to our hospital with a suspected diagnosis of ruptured appendicitis. Prior to transport, he received broad-spectrum IV antibiotics and IV ...

Dear Doctors: I had a pain on the right side of my abdomen. A CT scan found a perforated appendix with an abscess. I was treated with IV antibiotics, and now I am feeling fine. Do I need to have my ...