Q I had a pain on the right side of my abdomen. A CT scan found a perforated appendix with an abscess. I was treated with IV ...

Stomach issues can be serious. Appendicitis can mimic food poisoning. But it needs quick treatment. Pain differs.

Appendix cancer, also called appendiceal cancer, is when abnormal cells grow and form a tumor in the appendix. Your appendix is a little pouch-like organ attached to the lower right side of your large ...

That sudden pain in your abdomen might just be indigestion—or it could be something far more serious. When it comes to appendicitis, knowing the difference could save your life. This potentially ...

Yes, appendicitis can sometimes be cured with antibiotics. This depends on the specific type of appendicitis and how advanced it is. Doctors may recommend antibiotic treatment for appendicitis if the ...

Appendix cancer, a rare but serious disease, is beginning to show up more frequently in younger adult a trend that has raised concerns among oncologists.

We read with great interest the Article by Shawn D St Peter and colleagues1 showing that an antibiotics-first approach in children with uncomplicated appendicitis is inferior to appendicectomy in ...