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Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a worm shaped pouch attached to the large intestine which is located at the lower right portion of the abdomen. Appendicitis results when the appendix becomes infected, inflamed, or blocked. Inflammation of the appendix presents itself in acute and chronic forms and affects both the sexes equally. It occurs most often between the ages of 10 and 30 and most common in men than women. Causes It may be caused by an obstruction in the appendix. Obstruction is often caused by an accumulation of faecal matter. It can also be caused by Enlarged lymphoid follicles Worms Trauma Tumors Symptoms of Appendicitis Appendicitis usually begin with a sudden pain in the centre of the abdomen, which gradually shifts to the lower right side The next symptoms that occur in acute appendicitis are loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting Inflammation of lymph nodes near the appendix Digestive problems such as constipation and diarrhoea Ti...

Eggs are one of the most common allergy-causing foods for children. Egg allergy can occur as early as infancy. Most children but not all outgrow their egg allergy. Symptoms: Egg allergy reactions vary from person to person and usually occur soon after exposure to egg. Egg allergy symptoms can include: Skin inflammation or hives — the most common egg allergy reaction Nasal congestion, runny nose and sneezing (allergic rhinitis) Digestive symptoms, such as cramps, nausea and vomiting Asthma signs and symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness or  shortness of breath Risk factors Certain factors can increase the risk of developing an egg allergy: Atopic dermatitis: Children with this type of skin reaction are much more likely to develop a food allergy than are children who don't have skin problems. Family history:  You're at increased risk of a food allergy if one or both of your parents have asthma, food allergy or another ty...