What Does The Appendix Really Do In Your Body? Uncovering Its Role And Understanding Appendicitis | Health Live

Appendectomy, commonly known as appendix surgery, is a surgical procedure performed to remove an inflamed or swollen appendix. This condition, known as appendicitis, involves inflammation of the appendix, a small, worm-like pouch located at the beginning of the large intestine. Although once considered a vestigial organ with no function in humans, the appendix has been found to play a role in the body's immune responses. 

When the appendix becomes inflamed, it can cause severe pain and complications if left untreated. The surgery aims to alleviate these issues by removing the problematic appendix. Despite its minimal function, the removal of the appendix generally does not lead to significant long-term health issues, and many people continue to live healthy lives post-surgery.