Appendectomy Related Diseases & Conditions

Medical tests and procedures are used to diagnose and treat a wide variety of conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Appendectomy that may be used to diagnose or monitor the status of the diseases and conditions listed below.

  • Abdominal Pain Abdominal pain is pain in the belly and can be acute or chronic. Causes include inflammation, distention of an organ, and loss of...learn more »
    In This Article
    Abdominal Pain Article
    • Abdominal pain facts
    • What is abdominal pain?
    • What causes abdominal pain?
    • How is the cause of abdominal pain diagnosed?
    • Characteristics, symptoms, and signs of the abdominal pain
    • Associated signs and symptoms of abdominal pain
    • Physical examination
    • Exams and tests
    • Special problem in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) of diagnosing the cause of abdominal pain
    • Why can diagnosis of the cause of abdominal pain be difficult?
    • How can I help my doctor to determine the cause of my abdominal pain?
  • Appendicitis Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis often causes fever, loss of appetite, and right lower quadrant...learn more »
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    Appendicitis Article
    • Appendicitis facts
    • What is the appendix?
    • What is appendicitis and what causes appendicitis?
    • What are the complications of appendicitis?
    • What are the symptoms of appendicitis?
    • How is appendicitis diagnosed?
    • Why can it be difficult to diagnose appendicitis?
    • What other conditions mimic appendicitis?
    • How is appendicitis treated?
    • How is an appendectomy done?
    • What are the complications of appendectomy?
    • Are there long-term consequences of removing the appendix?
    • What is new about appendicitis?
  • The Digestive System Digestion is the complex process of turning food you eat into the energy you need to survive. The digestive process also involves...learn more »
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    The Digestive System Article
    • Digestion Introduction
    • What is Digestion?
    • Foods Journey - Stop 1: The Mouth
    • Foods Journey - Stop 2: The Pharynx and Esophagus
    • Foods Journey - Stop 3: The Stomach and Small Intestine
    • Foods Journey - Stop 4: The Colon, Rectum and Anus
    • Accessory organs in digestion