Have you, or anyone you know survived a ruptured appendix, or appendicitis?

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In the last couple of months I have heard about three people in my local area that have died from appendicitis, or a ruptured appendix. The ironic thing is that my appendix ruptured about two months ago. Prior to my own experience I thought a ruptured appendix was a cliche. Sure I've heard about how fatal it is, and it's always on the medical drama's but I've never met anyone (that I knew of) who had appendicitis before. My condition and operation was very serious and touch and go. People keep telling me that I am lucky to be alive since my appendix had ruptured two or three days before I sought medical treatment. What are your experiences with appendicitis, or appendectomys? I'm curious to hear what it was like for you or those you know.