<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAbdominal pain is the main symptom for most people that presents as their reason for seeking medical advice on their presumed case of appendicitis. It usually begins below or near the umbilicus and then moves to the hypogastrium on the right several hours later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At first, the sensation is vague and not very painful; however, later, it becomes increasingly sharp, severe and localised in the right iliac region. The pain can become worse due to movement, coughing and sometimes while undergoing deep breaths in addition to other signs and symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What are the Common Appendicitis Symptoms?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSome of the most common symptoms of appendicitis include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>1. Abdominal Pain<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIndeed, appendicitis manifests through a specific characteristic symptom which is abdominal pain. Pain begins in the region around the umbilicus which later moves downwards at the middle right side of the abdomen. It gets more severe as time goes by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>2. Loss of Appetite<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nNausea with or without vomiting and loss of appetite is a common result of appendicitis symptoms. This is among the most common symptoms of this disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>3. Fever and Chills<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nWhen inflamed, the appendix may lead to immune system reactions like increased body temperature followed by fevers and shivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>4. Changes in Bowel Movements<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHowever, appendicitis may result in either diarrhoea, constipation or both in terms of bowel habits. This is among the major indicators of this sickness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>5. Abdominal Tenderness<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTenderness and pain in the lower right part of the abdomen upon pressing might indicate acute appendicitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>6. Rebound Tenderness<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe rebound tenderness test requires a person to gently press the abdomen before withdrawing his\/her fingers rapidly. Acute appendicitis could be diagnosed by the fact that in some cases pain does not deteriorate during release but worsens with immediate release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>7. Elevated White Blood Cell Count<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe presence of white blood cells in the blood could also be indicative of a current infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>8. Rectal Examination Findings<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRectal exam using a rubber glove by a medical professional to check on soreness, mass\/pain in the lower right quadrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Causes of Appendicitis <\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAppendix blockage is the primary cause of appendicitis. Other appendicitis causes which may cause inflammation, infection and obstruction are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>1. Faecal Matter<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBlockage of the opening of the appendix due to faecal matter results in an infection and subsequent inflammation. This is among the leading causes of abdominal pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>2. Enlarged Lymphoid Follicles<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOccasionally, the lymphoid tissue becomes swollen and blocks the appendix in some instances. This is one of the primary factors that lead to this disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n