Chronic Appendicitis
Chronic appendicitis is not as common as acute appendicitis. Studies show that it occurs in about 1.5% of all people who have had chronic appendicitis before. Chronic appendicitis is usually accompanied by relatively mild symptoms. Symptoms may leave and come again after a few weeks, months, or years.
This type of appendicitis is difficult to diagnose. In some cases, it may not be diagnosed until it becomes acute appendicitis. Chronic appendicitis is dangerous. A proper diagnosis will help your doctor determine which treatment will be right for you.
Appendicitis mostly occurs due to the inflammation of the appendix. However, there is a wide variety of factors that may be responsible for the condition. This article will discuss common causes of appendicitis and how they cause inflammation of the appendix.