{"id":161301,"date":"2022-07-14T16:46:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T11:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=161301"},"modified":"2026-03-18T08:36:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T08:36:48","slug":"what-to-eat-and-what-to-avoid-in-appendicitis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/what-to-eat-and-what-to-avoid-in-appendicitis\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Eat and What to Avoid in Appendicitis?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What Causes Appendicitis?<\/a><\/li>
What are the Symptoms to Look For?<\/a><\/li>
What are the Foods to Eat in Appendicitis<\/a><\/li>
What to Avoid in Appendicitis?<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAppendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix that causes severe abdominal pain. Located at the end of the large intestine, the appendix is a small, tube-like structure with no discernible purpose. Infection usually results in inflammation of the appendix due to blockages in the blood supply for any reason ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
In India, approximately 0.34% of school-age children have suffered from Appendicitis. As for adults in India, approximately 0.25% suffer from Appendicitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>What Causes Appendicitis?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Appendicitis results from a blockage within the appendix known as the appendicitis lumen. When bacteria or viruses infect the digestive tract, they cause swelling of the lymph nodes, which squeezes the appendix and causes obstructions. As a result, the appendix becomes inflamed, under pressure or blood flow is impaired. Appendicitis may also be caused by trauma to the abdomen or genetic factors. An untreated obstruction could result in a ruptured appendix, resulting in major complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Appendicitis usually affects people aged between 10 and 30 years. source: NHS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
The appendix\u2019s exact function is unknown, but its removal is not harmful. source: NHS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
A small piece of poo or a swollen lymph node can block the appendix. source: NHS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Appendicitis is slightly more common in males than females. source: niddk.nih.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What are the Symptoms to Look For?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n
Acute pain around the belly button and abdomen 2<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Loss of appetite 2<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Nausea 2<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Constipation or diarrhoea 3<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Inability to pass gas<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Low fever 2<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Abdominal swelling 2<\/a><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Uneasy in the abdomen and lower stomach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What are the Foods to Eat in Appendicitis<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A healthy diet can have a positive impact on your health. Including certain foods can be helpful in managing your appendicitis symptoms and may help reduce the pain<\/p>
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