What causes appendixes to burst?
Appendicitis is a dangerous inflammation of the appendix, which is a 3-inch-long pouch connected to the large intestine. Appendicitis occurs when the appendix becomes blocked by ingested food, fecal matter, tissue swelling, or, rarely, a tumor. When this happens, the appendix becomes inflamed and painful, and can burst if left untreated. A burst appendix can cause a serious infection that can spread throughout the abdomen.
