The abdomen is home to many organs that work together to absorb and digest the food you eat. The organs act like a well-oiled machine—except for when something causes the machine to break down. You may have a gut feeling that failure is more than just bloating or indigestion, and when you do, seeking proper...Read More

There is no way to prevent appendicitis. It is an inflammation of the appendix and comes on suddenly. Acute appendicitis is a medical emergency that almost always requires prompt surgery procedure to remove the appendix. Although it can strike at any age, appendicitis is most common in people between the ages of 10 and 30...Read More