What Does the Appendix Do?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Long-Term Outlook for Appendicitis
If your appendix has been removed, your doctor will inform you on how to take care of yourself. The surgery takes weeks or even months before full recovery, but the long-term outlook is generally good.
However, although appendectomy has been the most common treatment for appendicitis, it can increase the risk for other health issues. These include developing colorectal tumors, especially rectal cancer, and Parkinson’s disease later in life.
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