What is Appendix?

It is actually the part of the digestive tract which is located at the junction of the small intestine and large intestine. It is located on the lower right side of the abdomen and it is four inches long and thin. In some people, the position of appendix lies behind the colon.

It Might Not Be Useless

Most of us think that an Appendix is a useless organ. However, the doctors have discovered through the research that appendix might play a role in repopulating good bacteria in your body.

It Likes Lots of Fiber, Fruits, and Veggies

If the appendix burst out and goes untreated then it may cause serious trouble for the person. It is important to eat lots of fruits, veggies and have rich fiber that can prevent the appendix from getting inflamed and eventually rupturing.

The shape of the appendix is just like a long balloon and medically it can be referred to a little tube. And if one of the ends gets blocked then it may cause major problems. It is important to have a good digestive system as a healthy diet and fiber will eventually keep appendix health good.

Pain Around Belly Button is Trouble

The first sign of appendicitis seems to be usually occurring around your belly button. Then the pain may migrate over to the right side of your abdomen. It is not really easy to diagnose whether the pain moving around the belly button is associated with the appendix .

The appendix is the amongst Most Common Surgical Emergency

Appendix can cause sudden severe pain in abdomen ,nausea and vomiting .you might develop fever.one needs to consult a surgeon immediately if suspecting of appendicitis

Removing of Appendix

According to the doctors it takes 30 minutes to remove the appendix through laparoscopic treatment. There is no big incision or scar after the surgery. Post Surgery no rest is required, one can start all activities with 48hrs of the surgery. Read Appendicitis to know more about the Appendix related problems.