Australian scientists found a proof that the appendix has important role in digestive health. Apparently, it a safe haven for good bacteria. Teamed up with immune cells, appendix helps protecting gut during bacterial infections or food poisoning.It also helps boosting the immune systems of cancer patients.
Despite these findings, there is a still high risk of rupturing, so many patients need to have their appendix removed.
http://www.news.com.au/national/vic...h/news-story/b549c26da4e53f4d1c92180dbb2e3b32
So, would keep it (in case you still have it)?
Despite these findings, there is a still high risk of rupturing, so many patients need to have their appendix removed.
http://www.news.com.au/national/vic...h/news-story/b549c26da4e53f4d1c92180dbb2e3b32
So, would keep it (in case you still have it)?