Acute Appendicitis

Acute appendicitis is acute inflammation of the appendix (obstructive/fecalith), presenting with periumbilical pain migrating to right lower quadrant, fever, nausea/vomiting, and leukocytosis. Treatment: prompt appendectomy (laparoscopic/open); perioperative antibiotics; NPO pre-op; IV fluids; treat perforation (washout/drainage); treat abscess (percutaneous drainage + antibiotics, interval appendectomy); pathology; early surgery lowers perforation risk; follow-up.

Common Symptoms

Migrating RLQ pain; fever; nausea/vomiting; leukocytosis; by fecalith obstruction

Causes and Pathogenesis

Obstruction leads to bacterial overgrowth, inflammation, and possible perforation.

Treatment

Appendectomy; antibiotics; support; treat perforation/abscess

Preventive Measures

Prompt medical attention for RLQ pain.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Gastrointestinal-surgery/Emergency department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.