In humans, the appendix is a vestigial organ that is attached to the right colon. The appendix produces immunoglobulins, which are bacteria-destroying proteins that aid in the body's fight against infection. Its purpose, however, is not critical. People who have had appendectomies are not at a higher risk of infection. After the appendix is removed, other organs in the body take over this function.

Appendicitis (appendix infection) occurs when the appendix becomes blocked, usually by stool or as a result of a body infection, because the appendix swells in response to any infection in the body. It may be blocked by a tumour in the elderly, necessitating a proper evaluation before undergoing surgery.

What are the common symptoms of Appendix ?

• Abdominal pain that starts around the navel
• Not wanting toeat
• Low fever
• Nausea and sometimes vomiting
• Diarrheaor constipation

Why Appendix removal needed ?

Appendicitis: When the appendix becomes inflamed, infected, or ruptures, it causes symptoms in the right lower portion of the belly, as well as nausea and vomiting. When the appendix becomes blocked due to an infection, a foreign object, or a stool, it can expand. Appendicitis is a common illness that affects one in every fifteen people. An appendix can rupture and leak, spreading infection throughout the digestive tract. This medical procedure is considered an emergency because the situation is potentially life-threatening. Appendectomy is one of the most common emergency abdominal surgeries. The appendix is surgically removed as an emergency procedure.