Symptom 7: Frequent Urination
At first glance, frequent urination might seem unrelated to a condition like appendicitis. It’s easy to attribute it to increased fluid intake or perhaps a minor urinary tract infection. But, in the intricate web of bodily functions, the appendix’s location near the bladder plays a pivotal role in this symptom manifestation.
Children, already prone to frequent bathroom trips, might suddenly increase the number of visits. This surge isn’t due to an uptick in fluid consumption. Instead, it’s the inflamed appendix pressing against the bladder, creating a constant sensation of needing to urinate. The child may express discomfort, often feeling the urge but producing little urine.
But what about the instances where the urination is painful? This discomfort arises from the pressure the swollen appendix exerts on the bladder. Each trip to the bathroom becomes an ordeal, with the child dreading the burning sensation accompanying urination. While a burning sensation can often signal a urinary infection, the combination of this symptom with others like abdominal pain should shift focus towards appendicitis.(7)
