{"id":2549,"date":"2023-10-01T00:39:33","date_gmt":"2023-10-01T00:39:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/drhimanshuyadav.com\/common-early-signs-and-what-to-do\/"},"modified":"2023-10-01T00:39:33","modified_gmt":"2023-10-01T00:39:33","slug":"common-early-signs-and-what-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drhimanshuyadav.com\/blog\/common-early-signs-and-what-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Common early signs and what to do"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Appendicitis affects about 7% of Americans and is most common in children and teens between the ages of 5 and 20. Very rare in infants. <\/p>\n

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Appendicitis in children should be treated as a medical emergency. It is important to know the signs to seek help as soon as possible. The sooner appendicitis is diagnosed and treated, the longer the recovery period will be.\n<\/p>\n

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This article describes the symptoms, causes, and treatment of appendicitis in children.\n<\/p>\n

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How serious is appendicitis in children? <\/span> <\/h2>\n

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Appendicitis is considered a medical emergency. When the appendix becomes blocked, bacteria can grow and cause an infection. Possible causes of blockage include hard stools (poop), swollen lymph nodes in the intestines, parasites, or other conditions. Appendicitis is not contagious.\n<\/p>\n

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When the appendix becomes infected, it begins to swell. The appendix may rupture 48 to 72 hours after infection, and bacteria can spread throughout the body. This is a serious complication. If the appendix ruptures, a lump of pus (abscess) may form in the abdomen.\n<\/p>\n

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Appendicitis must be treated immediately to avoid appendix rupture. This condition is the most common cause of emergency abdominal surgery in children.\n<\/p>\n

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How do I know if my child has appendicitis? <\/span> <\/h2>\n

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Recognizing the early signs of appendicitis can be difficult, especially in young children. It helps to know what to look for.\n<\/p>\n

Early signs of appendicitis in children <\/span> <\/h3>\n

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Early signs of appendicitis in children usually include:\n<\/p>\n