Location of pain in acute appendicitis
Acute appendicitis mostly presents as abdominal pain, initially around the navel or throughout the abdomen, then gradually shifts to the lower right abdomen, and the pain becomes localized. If the appendix is situated behind the peritoneum, there can also be pain in the lower back area. Besides pain, other symptoms include vomiting and fever. For acute appendicitis, surgery is commonly required, often performed through laparoscopic appendectomy. This type of surgery involves minimal bleeding and a quicker recovery, qualifying as a minimally invasive treatment. Postoperative care is important, including regular dressing changes for the surgical site, with stitches typically being removed seven to eight days after the surgery.
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