What are the symptoms of acute appendicitis

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As we all know, abdominal pain is the most common manifestation of acute appendicitis, and on weekdays, we also need to know more about the symptoms of acute appendicitis. This article will introduce it to you.

What are the symptoms of acute appendicitis

Symptom 1: gastrointestinal symptoms. The gastrointestinal symptoms of simple appendicitis are not prominent. In the early stage, nausea and vomiting may occur due to reflex gastrospasm. Pelvic appendicitis or gangrenous perforation of appendix may increase the frequency of defecation.

Symptom 2: fever. Generally only low fever, no shivering, suppurative appendicitis generally does not exceed 38 ℃. High fever is more common in appendiceal gangrene, perforation or complicated with peritonitis. Accompanied by chills and jaundice, it may be complicated with suppurative portal phlebitis.

Symptom 3: tenderness and rebound pain. Abdominal pain is a common symptom, most of which is a reaction of parietal peritoneum stimulated by inflammation. The tenderness point of appendix is usually located at Mais' point, that is, the middle and outer 1 / 3 junction of the right anterior superior iliac spine and umbilical line. With the variation of the anatomical position of the appendix, the tenderness point can be changed accordingly, but the key is that there is a fixed tenderness point in the right lower abdomen. Rebound pain is also called Blumberg sign. In patients with obesity or retrocecal appendicitis, tenderness may be mild, but rebound pain is obvious.

matters needing attention

The attack of acute appendicitis is very rapid. We should know more about its specific symptoms. During the illness, we should pay attention to eating less fried and indigestible food. We should control warm animal meat, such as sheep, cattle and dog meat.