First Signs of Appendicitis

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Tip 1 - Emergency Signs & Symptoms of Appendicitis

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Alan Goth | permalink

If your appendix ruptures, it could lead to life-threatening complications.

For further reading: http://www.healthline.com/health/digestive-health/appendicitis-emergency-symptoms ^[1]

Tip 2 - 9 Symptoms of Appendicitis

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Marco Abla | permalink

Appendicitis occurs when bacteria grow in the appendix, a worm-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine. Appendicitis symptoms include belly-button pain, fever and nausea.
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For further reading: http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20552994,00.html ^[2]

Tip 3 - Symptoms of Appendicitis

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Philip Corben | permalink

WebMD's guide to the warning signs of appendicitis.
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For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/understanding-appendicitis-symptoms ^[3]

Tip 4 - Appendicitis

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Linda Youngdell | permalink

Appendicitis is generally treated as a medical emergency. WebMD explains its symptoms and treatment.
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For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/digestive-diseases-appendicitis ^[4]

Tip 5 - Appendicitis: Click for Symptoms, Pain, and Recovery Time

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Gordana Cukar | permalink

Learn about appendicitis symptoms like abdominal pain, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Early symptoms are often difficult to separate from other conditions.

For further reading: http://www.medicinenet.com/appendicitis/article.htm ^[5]

Tip 6 - Appendicitis Causes, Symptoms, Treatment - When to Seek Medical Care - eMedicineHealth

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Beverly Shatterly | permalink

Learn about appendicitis symptoms such as: abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, lack of appetite and fever. Appendicitis is commonly mis-diagnosed as gastroenteritis. Causes, diagnosis, and treatment are also discussed.

For further reading: http://www.emedicinehealth.com/appendicitis/page3_em.htm ^[6]