The diagnosis documented for Mr. Malone's case is Appendicitis. Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis happens due to accumulation of bacteria in the appendix, thus causing infection. When there is infection, there is always the presence of abscess and inflammation. The general treatment for appendicitis is Appendectomy. This involves the surgical removal of the appendix. This is usually performed before the appendix ruptures, if diagnosed earlier, or in certain emergency cases when diagnosed late.