Appendicitis: Symptoms and treatment

In this video, Dr. Mojgan Rezaaifar, a general surgery resident at The Ottawa Hospital, provides an in-depth look at appendicitis.
Learn more about what appendicitis is, symptoms to watch for, available treatment options and when to seek medical attention.
0:25 What is appendicitis?
0:35 Signs and symptoms
1:09 When to see a doctor
1:28 Appendix surgery
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