The term appendicitis is very familiar to us. It is the problem that starts with pain in the right side of the lower abdomen. The incidence of appendicitis is so common that any pain in the lower ...

Find today’s readings here. “Those who are healthy do not need a physician, but the sick do. I have not come to call the righteous to repentance but sinners.” I am actively knocking on wood as I type ...

CHICAGO -- Removing a healthy appendix might be more harmful than many thought, requiring longer hospitals stays and an increased rate of side effects, according to a new study showing the dangers of ...

We are all born with an appendix. But we can quite easily live, and function well, without it. Many of us have it surgically removed – as I have done. For years, the appendix has been considered a ...

Appendicitis is a potentially serious condition that occurs when the appendix becomes inflamed and infected. While the small organ tucked in the lower right abdomen often goes unnoticed, problems can ...

Most people are aware of cancer, but did you know the majority of your organs are susceptible to developing the disease? In fact, the tiny, finger-shaped pouch of tissue, called an appendix, can ...

If you experience these symptoms, especially if they worsen over time, it is crucial to consult a healthcare professional immediately to prevent serious complications. If left untreated, a swollen ...