Untreated appendicitis may cause your appendix to rupture (burst), resulting in an infection. Symptoms associated with a ruptured appendix include severe abdominal pain, fever, chills, and weakness.

MUNCIE, Ind. – Appendicitis is a common yet potentially serious medical condition that often requires prompt intervention. In fact, it is the most common abdominal surgical emergency in the world. It ...

This small organ can cause big problems when inflammation sets in, potentially leading to life-threatening complications if left untreated. That nagging pain in your abdomen might be more than just a ...

Filmmaker Kiran Rao recently underwent appendix surgery and is recovering well. Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix caused by blockage or infection, leading to severe abdominal pain, ...

A bowel obstruction is a blockage in the small or the large intestine. It can happen for many reasons, and can lead to severe complications. Dietary measures can help manage symptoms while waiting for ...

WEBVTT BECOMES BLOCKED, OFTEN BY STOOL, A FOREIGN BODY, OR CANCER. IT CAN HAVE SERIOUS COMPLICATIONS IF LEFT UNTREATED. IN TONIGHT WOMAN’S DOCTOR 11-NEWS REPORTER MEGAN PRINGLE TELLS US WHY IT’S MORE ...