Medical articles of Appendicitis

24/04/2020
Mr Alan Woodward
Surgeon
Abdominal pain during the COVID-19 pandemic: help is still available
If you're experiencing abdominal pain, you can still receive medical assistance during the COVID-19 crisis. Mr Alan Woodward is a consultant surgeon and expert in treating many conditions that cause abdominal pain. In this article, he highlights which symptoms are a cause for concern and if you're more likely to be offered temporary relief from symptoms or hospital admission to see a specialist.
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19/03/2019
Mr James Kirkby-Bott
Endocrine and General Surgeon
Appendicitis symptoms, causes and prevention
The appendix is a very small pouch that is attached to the large bowel, however, nobody knows what its exact purpose is. We do, however, know that removing the appendix is not harmful. Sometimes the appendix can become inflamed, which requires urgent medical attention. This is known as appendicitis. Mr James Kirkby-Bott, an experienced general surgeon, provides us with a summary of this condition, which is one to be aware of.
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25/01/2019
Mr Nebil Behar
Laparoscopic and Emergency Surgeon
Just a stomach bug - or could it be appendicitis?
Appendicitis or stomach bug? Tummy ache can be a fairly common annoyance, especially in children, but knowing the difference between pain caused by a stomach bug and pain caused by appendicitis can be potentially life-saving. Find out from top surgeon, Mr Nebil Behar, how to recognise appendicitis and what to do if you develop it.
05/09/2018
Mr Stefano Giuliani
Paediatric Surgeon
Abdominal pain in children and infants
Tummy aches are fairly common in children and infants, but sometimes abdominal pain can be more serious and requires medical attention. Mr Stefano Giuliani, a leading paediatric surgeon, explains some common causes of abdominal pain in children and infants and how to recognise it.
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10/07/2018
Mr Stefano Giuliani
Paediatric Surgeon
Appendicitis in children: signs to watch out for
Appendicitis can be a serious problem at any age. With all the tummy aches that children may experience, it can be hard to spot. Mr Stefano Giuliani, leading London-based paediatric surgeon, gives us the low-down on how appendicitis in children is diagnosed and what can be done about it.
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