Typical symptoms
Pain that begins around the navel and moves to the lower right side, getting worse over hours. Loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting and a mild fever are common. Pain often worsens when walking, coughing or pressing the area.
Why it cannot wait
An inflamed appendix can burst, spreading infection inside the abdomen. Do not wait for the pain to settle, and avoid taking laxatives or strong painkillers before a doctor has examined you.
How it is diagnosed
A doctor examines the abdomen and usually orders blood tests and an ultrasound scan. Sometimes a CT scan is needed when the picture is not clear.
How it is treated
The usual treatment is removal of the appendix (appendicectomy), most often by keyhole surgery. Most patients go home within a day or two of an uncomplicated operation.
Recovery
Light activity within days, desk work usually in one to two weeks and heavier work later. Return to the doctor for fever, increasing pain or redness at the wounds.
Questions patients ask
Where can I get appendicitis treated in Chitradurga at night?
Disha Hospital, VP Extension, Chitradurga is open 24 hours for emergencies. Call +91 89517 23114 on the way.
Can appendicitis be treated with medicines alone?
In selected cases doctors may try antibiotics, but surgery remains the standard treatment for most patients. The surgeon will explain the choice for your case.
Is appendix surgery done by laparoscopy?
Yes, most appendix operations can be done by keyhole surgery, which usually means less pain and a quicker recovery.
This guide is general information. It cannot replace an examination. If you have symptoms, please see a doctor. Medical disclaimer.
Treatment for this at Disha Hospital: General Surgery department.