What Causes Acute Appendicitis?
Jun 18, 2019
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Acute appendicitis primarily results from poor dietary habits—such as frequent consumption of spicy, irritating, or greasy foods, or binge eating—which impair gastrointestinal function and subsequently lead to recurrent symptoms like diarrhea and constipation.
Acute appendicitis primarily results from poor dietary habits—such as frequent consumption of spicy, stimulating, or greasy foods, or binge eating—which impair gastrointestinal function and lead to recurrent symptoms like diarrhea and constipation.
This impairment may cause spasm of the appendix muscle and blood vessels, or obstruction of the lumen connecting the appendix to the cecum, resulting in accumulation of secretions, increased intraluminal pressure, and subsequent development of acute appendicitis.
Patients with this condition typically experience severe, migratory pain in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen, often accompanied by low-grade fever and chills. Prompt medical evaluation—including complete blood count (CBC) and abdominal ultrasound—is essential. Early anti-inflammatory treatment is recommended, and surgical appendectomy may be necessary if indicated.
Additional Information
Acute appendicitis is generally classified into four types: acute simple appendicitis, acute suppurative appendicitis, gangrenous or perforated appendicitis, and periappendiceal abscess.
