Appendix cancer
Description
Cancer of the finger-shaped pouch attached to the colon, called the appendix.
Overview
Appendix cancer is a growth of cells that affects the finger-shaped pouch attached to the colon.
Symptoms
Small cancers usually cause no symptoms. Rarely, large cancers can block the appendix and cause appendicitis. Symptoms of appendicitis may include sudden pain in the abdomen, nausea, vomiting and bloating.
Treatments
The cancer is commonly treated by surgical removal of the appendix and the cancer. Medicines also may be used.
