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Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes blocked and infected by bacteria. Symptoms include pain in the lower right abdomen, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, swelling, inability to pass gas, and fever. It can be difficult to diagnose due to variability in appendix location and similarity to other organ inflammations. Complications include perforation leading to abscess or peritonitis, intestinal blockage, and sepsis. Treatment involves antibiotics, an appendectomy to remove the appendix, and drainag
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