Appendicitis is one of the most common health issues that requires surgical intervention. In fact, doctors perform about 750,000 surgeries on the appendix every year, so you probably know at least one person who has had their appendix removed or operated on. Below, we take a closer look at how the organ is removed using […]
Managing Appendicitis In Children
Appendicitis is a condition categorized by inflammation or an infection of the appendix, which is housed in the lower right portion of a person’s abdomen. The appendix isn’t a vital organ, which means you can do just fine without it, but it can still cause issues if problems with the organ aren’t addressed. Severe problems […]
The Appendix – Not So Useless After All?
The appendix has long been viewed as a useless organ, but new research suggests that it may actually serve a vital purpose. According to researchers at Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, the appendix may help manufacture and store helpful gut bacteria. “[The appendix] may serve as a reservoir for beneficial gut bacteria,” said […]
5 Diet Considerations After Appendix Surgery
Unlike the gallbladder, your appendix doesn’t play a big role in the digestive process of foods. However, that doesn’t mean that you can resume your normal diet immediately after appendix surgery. Below, we take a look at five diet modifications you should consider after undergoing appendix removal surgery. You should always follow your doctor’s specific instructions […]
10 Common Questions (& Answers) About Appendix Surgery
We don’t often think about our appendix, especially since it’s a non-vital organ. Because of this, when a problem arises, we’re often left scrambling for answers. We thought it would be a good idea to compile a list of frequently asked questions about appendix surgery so people would have a complete list of answers in […]
