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Advice on appendix
I had appendix pain two week back, I took antibiotic, now I am feeling better. What do you suggest for further treatment and diet? Can we wait or should we take action for surgery?
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Advice On Appendix Although research has been conducted for hundreds of years, the appendix within the human body is still an organ that is shrouded in mystery. Scientists have, as of yet, been unable to unlock the purpose of this organ, although having it removed does not seem to have any adverse reaction on the health of the individual. The organ itself is a sac like pouch that is attached to the large intestine and located in the lower right area of the abdomen. Appendix treatment depends on the nature and severity of the problem. Appendicitis is a condition in which the appendix becomes painful as a result of serious inflammation. Some of the more common factors that influence the development of appendicitis are focused on some kind of obstruction of the appendiceal lumen – which is where a sort of mucus that is prepared in the appendix and transported to different parts of the body. This obstruction then causes the bacteria that reside within the appendiceal lumen to multiply – thereby simultaneously causing the appendix to swell up and get infected. Appendix treatment for appendicitis often involves the removal of the organ. Some of the more common causes of obstruction in the appendix include feces, parasites, trauma to the abdomen, inflammatory bowel disease, and a few others. The condition can affect any individual, irrespective of age or gender and will usually require surgery to get rid of. While intense pain is definitely one of the most prominent symptoms of the condition, some of the other symptoms of the condition include a loss of appetite, vomiting, an inability to pass gas, nausea, abdominal swelling, as well as intestinal adhesions and pelvic inflammatory disease. Children that are affected by the condition are also likely to develop a rather high grade fever as well. There is an argument between the pockets of the medical fraternity that do not seem to agree on whether a sedentary lifestyle or even a person’s diet have any role to play in the development of the condition. An appendix surgery is the best course of action followed by an appendix diet during recuperation. Because of the fact that the condition is such a common one, there are a number of natural appendix treatment options. One of the best home remedies is to create a mixture of about 100 ml of cucumber juice, 100 ml of beet juice and 300 ml of carrot juice and consume this juice as regularly as about 3 times over the course of the day. Buttermilk is also known to be a very effective treatment option when it comes to dealing with appendicitis. Please check appendix symptoms |
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| Submitted by C N on October 27, 2010 at 11:24 | |
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Causes and Treatment for Appendix Appendix is a pouch seen along with the intestines. Appendicitis is a result of inflammation and blockage of the appendix. Bacterial infection in the appendix is seen due to the blockage. Lack of blood supply, results in cessation of the associated cells. In course of time, the appendix bursts open. The stage of inflammation has to be determined, as symptoms, such as nausea, pain in the lower or middle region of the abdomen with vomiting calls for immediate medical attention. Home care is unavailable and visiting the physician is a better idea. Pain killers, laxatives and antibiotics are better to be avoided, as they delay the diagnosis and might camouflage the symptoms. The commonly recommended treatment technique is surgery. Appendectomy is suggested, prior to the rupture of the appendix. Normal diet is gradually introduced. Appendicitis is not controlled by the humans. Recovery from the complication is simple. The risk of the condition increases ten fold, if surgery is not preferred. The complications are troublesome and death is also common. Rupture results in abdominal infection. A diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables with whole grains is helpful. A liquid diet and intravenous fluids are administered after surgery. Visit your physician immediately to prevent further complications. |
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| Submitted by E L on April 6, 2008 at 10:30 | |
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