appendicitis
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Definition
Appendicitis is a medical condition where the appendix becomes inflamed and painful, often requiring surgery to remove it.
Usage & Nuances
'Appendicitis' is strictly medical and uncountable (no plural). It's used mainly in hospital or healthcare settings. The most common symptom is sudden pain in the lower right side of the abdomen. Often discussed with terms like 'emergency surgery' or 'appendectomy.' Not to be confused with 'appendix' (the organ, not the inflammation).
Example Sentences
She had to go to the hospital because of appendicitis.
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My brother had appendicitis last year, and he recovered pretty fast after surgery.
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Appendicitis often causes stomach pain and fever.
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Doctors usually treat appendicitis with surgery.
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He was diagnosed with appendicitis after complaining of sharp pain in his right side.
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If appendicitis isn’t treated quickly, it can cause serious problems.
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