What do people have appendixes for?
358435
In human anatomy, the vermiform appendix is a blind ended tube connected to the cecum . It develops embryologically from the cecum. Currently, the function of the appendix, if any, remains controversial in the field of human physiology.\n\nHypothesized functions for the appendix include lymphatic, exocrine, endocrine, and neuromuscular functions. However, most physicians and scientists believe the appendix lacks significant function, and that it exists primarily as a vestigial remnant of the larger cellulose-digesting cecum found in our herbivorous ancestors. Some people note, however, that the pineal gland which only recently (around 1960) has been found to produce important chemicals like melatonin was once considered a "vestigial remnant" as well.
170807
Definition 1:\n"A part of a written work, not essential to the completeness of the text, which contains complementary information, such as statistical tables or explanatory material, too long to be included in footnotes or endnotes. An appendix differs from an addendum in having been planned from the beginning as an integral part of the work, rather than conceived after the work"\n\nDefinition 2\n"Materials that are peripheral but relevant to the main text of the project should be placed in appendices.  These may include survey instruments, additional data, computer printouts, details of a procedure or analysis, a relevant paper written by the student, etc.  Appendix material must meet the same requirements of page composition, pagination, legibility, and paper quality as the text itself.  On the first page of each appendix the page number is placed at the bottom of the page, centered between the margins.\nAppendices should be designated A, B, C, etc.  If there is only one appendix, it is simply called Appendix, not Appendix A.  Each appendix and its title are listed in the Table of Contents.  A separate display page, giving the appendix designation and title, may precede each appendix.  If used, the page number of the display page is the one listed in the Table of Contents."\n\nGoogle has a useful search option for finding definitions.\n"The query [define:] will provide a definition of the words you enter after it, gathered from various online sources. The definition will be for the entire phrase entered (i.e., it will include all the words in the exact order you typed them)."
940011
Do you mean appendicitis?\n\nThe causes of appendicitis are generally unknown, but the leading theory is that obstruction of the appendiceal orifice is the inciting factor. Obstruction may come from fecal matter lodged in the appendix, impaction of mucous, a small tumor (such as a carcinoid), or even a small blood clot. Populations with high fiber diets have a low incidence of appendicitis and diverticulitis leading some to conclude diet induced constipation is a contributing cause. Viral infections, which can cause ulceration of the lining, can also lead to obstruction of the appendix through proliferation of lymphatic tissue in its walls. A viral etiology is a possible explanation for seasonal variations in rates of appendicitis and clustering of cases. Regardless of the cause, obstruction of the appendix may lead to progressive appendiceal distension. This distension increases the pressure within the appendix, which in turn impairs its blood supply. Deprived of blood, the appendix loses the ability to fight infection and fecal bacteria begin to grow out of control. Although spontaneous recovery can rarely occur, with time and lack of treatment the walls of the appendix eventually become gangrenous from the infection and lack of blood flow. As bacteria begin to leak out through the dying walls, pus forms within and around the appendix (suppuration). The end result of this cascade is appendiceal rupture causing peritonitis, which may lead to septicemia and eventually death.
621385
Contrary to the popular belief that certain types of food cause appendcitis(infection of the appendix), the cause of appendicitis is not known. But the leading theory is that obstruction of the appendiceal orifice is the inciting factor. Obstruction may come from fecal matter lodged in the appendix, impaction of mucous, a small tumor (such as a carcinoid), worm infestation (pinworm etc,.) or even a small blood clot. Viral infections, which can cause ulceration of the lining, can also lead to obstruction of the appendix through proliferation of lymphatic tissue in its walls. A viral etiology is a possible explanation for seasonal variations in rates of appendicitis and clustering of cases.\nBut even today, most of the appendectomy are performed with a misdiagnosis of appendicitis...basically doctors get it wrong. But they do that because complications of appendicitis are life threatening. \nThe only way to treat Appendicitis is appendectomy (surgical removal of the appendix). No antibiotics or any sort will work.
962456
Your appendix is on the right, so it isn't appendicitis.  (There is no way that the appendix can be on the left in case you were wondering)  The spleen is on the left, but it is located right under the ribcage.  Your kidneys are low in your abdomen and are located on both sides.  I would guess that it has something to do with your intestines though.
487001
I've read and heard from Biology teachers who believe that the appendix is the reminant of the cecum, an organ that herbivores have. The cecum is used in herbivores to produces substances that are able to digest the cellulose in plants which are extremely difficult to break due to their strong bonds. However, since humans due eat plants, the validity of this hypothesis hasnt been tested, but since a cecum reminent has not been found otherwise, this is the strongest theory.\n\nAs for god creating an appendix, I'm not too sure about that. I have felt that god may have been the spark that sparked all forces such as gravity and evolution and he no longer tinkers with these forces. \n\nSo yes I am suggesting that evolution created the appendix and that evolution is possibly a part of god.
352171
The appendix has no known function in humans. Evidence suggests that our evolutionary ancestors used their appendixes to digest tough food like tree bark, but we don't use ours in digestion now. Some scientists believe that the appendix will disappear from the human body.\nThe appendix is rich in infection-fighting lymphoid cells, suggesting that it might play a role in the immune system. Whether the appendix has a function or not, it can be removed without any ill effects.
682682
i hear that the appendix was useful to humans during caveman times when we got rocks in our food, it would hold the rocks, and churn them up.
140544
Go the to emergency room if it is pretty bad...\n\nYour appendix is on your right side.\n\nMy cousin nearly died from ignoring it.\n\nGo to your doctor, or if your worried about the cost, hit a free clinic.
756866
hi, its good that they are keeping an eye on it. I had my appendix out 7 years ago and my appendix was leaking but I didnt know as I thought the pain was IBS. It eventually burst on the way down to theatre to remove it, luckily I didnt get peritonitis but was on an antibiotic drip and was off work for 6 weeks. Tell your friend to take painkillers but it the pain gets really bad to go hospital immediately. Always best to be on the safe side.
797928
Abdominal Pain, \n\nImbalanced Nutrition: Less than body Requirements, \n\nRisk for deficient fluid volume, \n\nDeficent Knowledge\n\nAre you making a care plan? Do you need Interventions and Rationale as well?
893337
I had mine removed when I was young. I think it was sometime near when I had my tonsils taken out. Or was it my appendix?
463841
Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a small, finger-shaped sac that is attached to the large intestine. \n\nMost of the time, the appendix does not cause problems. Occasionally, however, it gets blocked by bacteria and becomes swollen and infected. \n\nIf the infected appendix is not removed, the infection can cause the appendix to break open or rupture. This spreads infection into the abdominal cavity, causing peritonitis. Peritonitis is a serious problem that requires emergency care.\n\nYes it can cause death if not treated
120789
It's that area where doctors search for tenderness when they supect appendicitis. Here is a picture of location:\nhttp://www.eapsa.org/parents/Appendicitis.htm
336450
a peice of ur poop gets stuck in your appendix and grws into an infection. then u get HORRIBLE pains in your side, high fevers, vomiting and diahhrea.  then u should go to a hospital IMMIDIATELY so that when your appendix ruptures and the dangerous bacteria is spread throughout your body, they can get it all out of you and remove your appendix.... it is NOT good my frend had it..
64661
The appendix is in the lower left hemisphere of the body, so unless she is complaining of a very sharp, acute, and focused pain, then I doubt that's it. \n\nIf she is a woman of age, be careful, and see if it goes away. If it does not, and in fact intensifies, it could be intestinal blockage, in which case you should quickly escort your mother to the nearest hospital. Intestinal blockage is marked by severe cramping and violent diarhea or projectile vomiting, but if it got to that point you would know something was very wrong anyway.
100908
Technically speaking, it is called the vermiform appendix.  Vermi refers to worm and if you look at an appendix, you will see that it looks quite a bit like a worm.