Appendicits TreatmentIn Jaipur

An inflamed, infected or blocked appendix causes appendicitis. Several other factors are there that causes this condition such as:

• Enlarged Lymphoid Follicles: Appendix blockage or inflammation can occur from enlarged lymphoid follicles.
• Infection: Involves bacterial, viral, or fungal infections that cause the swollen and inflamed appendix.
• Hardened stool: Also, known as fecal Impaction, it blocks the appendix opening that leads to inflammation.
• Foreign Bodies: Appendix blockage arises due to ingested objects or substances.
• Tumours: It can obstruct the appendix, but this happens in rare cases.

Identifying the risk factors can assist in understanding the possibility of developing appendicitis and seeking medical treatment on time. Here are some of the risk factors contributing to the condition:

• Age: Common between the ages of 10 and 30
• Infections: Some gastrointestinal infections make people susceptible to develop appendicitis
• Family History: Enhances the risk of developing appendicitis 
• Gender: Males are more prone to experience this condition than females
• Diet: Low-fibre diet and refined carbohydrates contribute to the growth of appendicitis 

Complications can occur if the condition is not treated on time after diagnosis. Possible complications of appendicitis include:

• Perforation (Rupture): The appendix can burst causing the release of infectious materials into the cavity of the abdomen
• Sepsis: A serious and fatal response to infection causing widespread inflammation and organ failure. It arises from a ruptured abscess and bacteria travel throughout the bloodstream and other parts of the body
• Peritonitis: Caused by the spread of infection from a ruptured appendix that leads to inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity.
• Abscess Formation: Due to infection, pus may form around the appendix or in the cavity of the abdomen.
• Intestinal Blockage: Inflammation or infection can intestinal obstruction.

Diagnosis of appendicitis is not very simple, as its symptoms usually imitate other conditions. However, healthcare professionals rule out the possibility of other conditions usually by involving the following tests:

• Medical History and Physical Examination: To look for tenderness in the abdomen and inflammation signs. 
• Imaging Tests: Ultrasound, CT scans and MRI are involved to obtain detailed pictures of the appendix and confirm the diagnosis.
• Blood Tests: To identify white blood cell count because increased levels are a sign of infection or inflammation.
• Urinalysis: Ordered to rule out the probability of urinary tract infections or kidney stones, causing similar symptoms.
• Pelvic Examination: To rule out gynaecological conditions imitating appendicitis in females.

Usually, treatment for appendicitis involves surgical intervention, but the approach might differ depending on the severity of the condition and the patient's overall health. The primary options to treat appendicitis include:

• Appendectomy: Surgeons carry out this procedure in two ways that are laparoscopic appendectomy and open appendectomy. Usually, laparoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive method is involved to remove the appendix. However, in severe cases, there might be a need for open appendectomy, a conventional surgical procedure. 
• Medications: Antibiotics are recommended to treat appendicitis in some cases, mainly when the diagnosis is unclear or if the symptoms are mild. It helps treat the infection and reduce inflammation. 
• Draining an abscess: If an abscess is formed due to a ruptured appendix, it is drained out by using a needle before surgery.