Is surgery recommended for appendicitis in children

The need for surgical treatment of appendicitis in children depends on the severity of the condition. Children with mild symptoms can choose conservative treatment, if the symptoms can not be controlled or perforation and other symptoms, the need for early surgical treatment. Appendicitis in children can be treated conservatively if it is a mild inflammation or chronic appendicitis, with no obvious fever and other symptoms, and the pain is relatively mild and the mental state is good. If you can follow the doctor’s instructions oral antibiotics to fight infection, or infusion anti-inflammatory drug treatment (penicillin, cephalosporin anti-inflammatory drugs). Children with recurrent appendicitis, or episodes of acute condition, severe pain, persistent fever or perforation, etc., should be promptly selected laparoscopy and other minimally invasive surgery for treatment. Appendicitis in children should be under the guidance of the doctor to choose the appropriate treatment. In addition, it is recommended to pay attention to the child’s dietary hygiene, participate in outdoor activities to enhance their physical fitness.