What causes appendicitis in children?

What causes appendicitis in children?

The cause of appendicitis in kids is not always known. Most often, it is caused by an obstruction (blockage) at the opening of your child’s appendix. It also can be caused by:

• Abdominal infection.
• Digestive tract infection.
• Inflammatory bowel disease.
• Stool, parasites or growths inside your child’s appendix.