appendicitis

 appendicitis

Definition:-

Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes inflamed and filled with pus. Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix.

Diagnostic tools:-

History:-

• Right iliac fossa (RIF) pain for x hours.
• Vomiting for same duration.
• Fever for same duration.

Symptoms:-

• Migratory RIF pain.
• Anorexia.
• Nausea and vomiting.

Sign:-

• Tenderness(RIF).
• Rebound tenderness.
• Elevated temperature.

Categories: appendicitis