Signs And Symptoms Of Appendicitis; What You Should Know

How It Is Treated

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The first step is a proper diagnosis, for which a doctor will conduct blood and urine tests. If surgery is required, a person will initially be prescribed antibiotics to reduce the chances of post-operation infection. The surgery, called an appendectomy, will then take place. The type of surgery will be determined and will either be an open appendectomy or laparoscopic appendectomy. The former requires one incision and the latter, more than one, so a camera can be inserted.

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