Scientists have long questioned the point of the appendix in humans, believing the organ to be useless IT is widely thought to be redundant – a useless organ that has a notorious reputation to become ...

Discover the surprising role of the appendix in immunity and gut health, alongside insights on appendicitis and treatment options.

The human appendix is more important than we think, a new study claims. Long thought of as pointless, the narrow pouch is one of the most regularly removed organs, since it has a tendency to become ...

WASHINGTON - Some scientists think they have figured out the real job of the troublesome and seemingly useless appendix: It produces and protects good germs for your gut. That's the theory from ...

The evolution of the appendix is a fascinating phenomenon. Learn about the original function of the appendix and why having one may cause more trouble than it’s worth. Most of us are familiar with the ...

Most people are aware of cancer, but did you know the majority of your organs are susceptible to developing the disease? In fact, the tiny, finger-shaped pouch of tissue, called an appendix, can ...

After Kiran Rao revealed she needed surgery for an enlarged appendix, doctor breaks down what a ‘12 mm appendix’ indicates ...

IT is widely thought to be redundant – a useless organ that has a notorious reputation to become inflamed. But, now scientists believe the appendix, could play a vital role in the immune system – ...