Researchers at the Department of Surgery, Lagos State University College of Medicine, Ikeja, Lagos, have stressed the importance of early presentation in treating appendicitis patients. The study, ...

A 26-year-old woman was admitted to hospital at 29 weeks' gestation because of low-back pain and the possibility of premature labour. Her antenatal course had been uncomplicated except for ...

It’s not unusual for many of us to get stomach aches from time to time; often due to the ingestion of contaminated food, usually prepared outside one’s own dwelling. Commonly associated with fever, ...

The human appendix is a small, muscular, vermiform or worm-shaped organ, averaging around 9cm in length, that is located at the junction of the small and large intestine. 1 According to comparative ...

Appendicitis, marked by an inflamed appendix, presents various warning signs beyond just abdominal pain. Key indicators include fever, bloating, nausea, and altered bowel habits. Recognizing these ...

Appendicitis typically causes pain that starts on the lower right side of your abdomen while gas pain can occur all over. With appendicitis, you may also develop other symptoms, including fever. A ...

Appendicitis occurs when your appendix becomes inflamed, likely due to a blockage. It can cause symptoms like cramping or intense abdominal pain. Treatment typically involves antibiotics followed by ...