People with acute appendicitis typically require emergency treatment within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms. Pain associated with acute appendicitis typically begins as a dull pain in the abdomen.

Appendix cancer is rare but it can still affect anyone The key is to stay vigilant watch out for early signs and take ...

Doctors used to only see one case in their career and only among older patients - now it is hitting people in their 30s and 40s ...

The patient said she had on and off belly pain for the last two years, but now the pain above her belly button had intensified to what she described as “stabbing.” ...

New research indicates that Gen Xers and older Millennials are three to four times more likely to develop appendix cancer compared to those born in the 1940s. Appendix cancer is rare and regular ...

Appendix cancer, once rare, is now rising sharply among younger people. Firstpost brings out an expert’s views on the risk ...

Key Takeaways Appendix cancer is rare, but cases are rising among younger adultsMany cases are discovered by accident, often during appendicitis surgerySymptoms can mimic appendicitis TUESDAY, June 17 ...

The increase in appendix cancer among younger adults is part of a broader trend seen in other gastrointestinal cancers, such ...

Belly button pain can have common causes, such as indigestion, and serious causes, such as appendicitis. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Missed or Delayed Diagnosis Even with all tests available, a diagnosis of appendicitis can still be missed or delayed. Several conditions, like constipation, the stomach flu, and a urinary tract ...

The St. Louis Cardinals are nearing the return of former top prospect Jordan Walker from his most recent injured list stint ...

Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band guitarist Steve Van Zandt made his return to their tour in Milan after his appendicitis ...