You must have heard about appendicitis. It is inflammation of appendix. Find more information about this disorder.

1.  Appendicitis is a condition where there is inflammation of appendix. 

2. Appendix is a vestigial organ. It is a linger shaped pouch that projects from colon on the lower right side of the abdomen. 

3. Appendicitis pain is very severe. It initially starts from the navel and then moves. 

4. It occurs in the people of age group between 10 to 30. 

5. Surgical removal is the standard treatment for appendicitis. 

6. Symptoms: Nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, low grade fever, constipation, abdominal bloating, severe pain in the right side of the abdomen. 

7. Appendicitis is caused when there is blockage in the lining of the appendix that results in infection. The bacteria multiply rapidly and causes inflammation and it is then filled with pus. 

8. If not treated properly appendix can rupture which can lead to further complications.