What is another word for appendicitis?

Pronunciation: [ɐpˌɛndɪsˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA)

Appendicitis is a medical condition where the appendix becomes inflamed and swollen. Some synonyms for appendicitis include acute appendicitis, perityphlitis, and inflammation of the vermiform appendix. Other related terms include appendix disease, appendiceal inflammation, and appendiceal abscess. In some cases, the condition is also referred to as ruptured appendix or ruptured a appendix. Symptoms of appendicitis can include abdominal pain, fever, nausea or vomiting, and loss of appetite. If you suspect you or someone you know has appendicitis, seek medical attention immediately as it is a potentially life-threatening condition.

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Usage examples for Appendicitis

With my penknife I finally performed the operation for appendicitis upon it.
"The Debit Account"
Oliver Onions
People who fear appendicitis may have the grapes squeezed from the skins and the seeds afterwards removed.
"The Myrtle Reed Cook Book"
Myrtle Reed
There were three of our naval men from Belgrade, two of whom had been wounded, and the other one was threatened with appendicitis.
"My Diary in Serbia: April 1, 1915-Nov. 1, 1915"
Monica M. Stanley

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