India, June 30 -- Appendicitis and food poisoning can present with similar symptoms, especially stomach pain, making it challenging to distinguish between the two. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Sanjay Khanna, co-chairman - Manipal Institute of Gastroenterology, hepato-biliary and pancreatic sciences, Manipal Hospitals Dwarka said, "Food poisoning can be alarming, especially if you are worried it might be something far more serious, like appendicitis. Appendicitis can affect everyone but is most observed in the age range of 5 to 45. The broad spectrum of age groups with the similarity in symptoms makes it difficult to determine the exact cause of abdominal pain." Also read | Experiencing a burning pain in your stomach? Doctor says...