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What Are The Features Of Appendix?

ok umm i have a question wat is appendix cause this girl i know might have it so wat is it exactly her nurse also thinks it i s heer appendix
Sat, 24 Oct 2009
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Appendix is a vestigial organ ( without any function) present at the junction of small and large bowel. The appendix enlarges and cause pain. The cause is unknown. When it is enlarged and cause the symptoms , it has to be removed by surgery. It can be troublesome for the overall health of a person. So only thing we can suggest is to meet your local doctor as soon as possible.

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What Are The Features Of Appendix?

Appendix is a vestigial organ ( without any function) present at the junction of small and large bowel. The appendix enlarges and cause pain. The cause is unknown. When it is enlarged and cause the symptoms , it has to be removed by surgery. It can be troublesome for the overall health of a person. So only thing we can suggest is to meet your local doctor as soon as possible.