Understanding Jelly-like Fluid in Appendicitis: A Patient's Journey
Jelly? My father is 72 years old. Today, he was taken to the hospital due to abdominal pain and underwent various tests. The doctor diagnosed him with peritonitis and immediately sent him to the operating room. After the surgery, he was moved to the intensive care unit for observ...
Dr. Fan Zhilian Reply:
Dear Xiaoyun: Your father may have developed peritonitis after experiencing abdominal pain for two to three days. Appendicitis can lead to rupture and result in peritonitis within two to three days. The term "jelly" refers to the purulent fluid that leaks out when the a...[Read More] Understanding Jelly-like Fluid in Appendicitis: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Post-Surgery Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Abdominal pain Hello doctor, it has been three and a half years since my surgery, but recently I have been experiencing frequent abdominal pain and bloating. There is an unexplained pain near the surgical site [once]. I visited a doctor six months ago, and he said it is not due t...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
After abdominal surgery, some patients may experience intestinal adhesions, with symptoms including the inability to pass gas and intermittent abdominal cramping. When they present to the emergency room, doctors often suspect intestinal obstruction due to adhesions. An abdominal ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Abdominal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Abdominal Scars and Military Fitness
Inquiry Hello Dr. Ke, I had my appendicitis surgery performed by you in 2002, which later developed into peritonitis. I was subsequently transferred to Veterans General Hospital, where Dr. Yang Chun-Hao (if I remember correctly) performed the surgery. I’m not sure if you remember...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Dear Jia-Yu, of course I remember you. Have you completed your military service physical examination? If not, you can come to the outpatient clinic for the examination. If you are already serving, visiting the outpatient clinic to obtain a medical certificate should help with a r...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Abdominal Scars and Military Fitness
Post-Appendectomy Concerns: Bloating, Appetite Loss, and Recovery Tips
Appendectomy 1. It has been seven days since the appendectomy, why do I still feel bloated in my abdomen and have little appetite? 2. My menstrual period started two days after the surgery, but the flow is unusually light. Could this be related to the spinal anesthesia used dur...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your questions: 1. It is possible to experience slight abdominal distension after appendectomy. As long as there is passing of gas and bowel movements, there is no need for concern. This may be due to mild peritonitis caused by appendicitis, and generally,...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Concerns: Bloating, Appetite Loss, and Recovery Tips
Post-Appendectomy Concerns: Pain, Adhesions, and Vision Issues Explained
Postoperative issues related to appendicitis? Hello, Doctor. I underwent laparoscopic appendectomy on August 1 due to appendicitis. According to the doctor, the appendix appeared to be non-inflamed (the pathology report indicated inflammation), but there was some abdominal fluid....
Dr. He Zhenming Reply:
The case report indicates that inflammation is present, and it is normal to experience pain in the right lower abdomen after appendectomy. The adhesions post-surgery are relatively mild, and laparoscopic appendectomy is covered by health insurance. Dr. He Zhenming.[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Concerns: Pain, Adhesions, and Vision Issues Explained
Post-Appendectomy Pain: Understanding Chronic Discomfort in the Lower Right Abdomen
Pain in the lower right abdomen after appendectomy? Hello Doctor: I underwent surgery for acute appendicitis in 2002 (traditional surgery), but the doctor said that my appendix had already ruptured and there was pus, so they only performed a drainage procedure due to the risk of ...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Miss Chi-Rong is experiencing pain at the surgical site following appendectomy, and she feels pain when extending her lower back. Given that her condition involved complicated appendicitis and a second surgery, the surgical incision may be larger, and there may have been more sig...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Pain: Understanding Chronic Discomfort in the Lower Right Abdomen
Post-Surgery Care Tips for Faster Recovery After Abdominal Surgery
Postoperative care? Hello Doctor: I have a classmate who was hospitalized at the end of July due to abdominal pain. The doctors initially suspected appendicitis, but after surgery, they discovered it was not the case. Due to the delay in seeking medical attention and the long wai...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, there are three main causes of intestinal perforation in young individuals: 1. Appendicitis leading to perforation of the small or large intestine. 2. Perforation of a small bowel diverticulum. 3. Perforation of a duodenal ulcer. If appendicit...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care Tips for Faster Recovery After Abdominal Surgery
Persistent Wound Issues After Appendicitis Surgery: Seeking Answers
Appendicitis complicated by peritoneal abscess; it has been 60 days post-surgery, and the wound has not yet healed, which is concerning? Hello Dr. Hsieh, I was admitted to Keelung Chang Gung Hospital on December 22 due to pain in my lower right abdomen, where I was diagnosed wit...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Due to chronic inflammation of the wound, granulation tissue has formed. Theoretically, it should be removed for proper healing. The outpatient physician's approach is correct; however, after multiple debridements without improvement, it is advisable to perform an incision u...[Read More] Persistent Wound Issues After Appendicitis Surgery: Seeking Answers
Post-Appendicitis Pain: Understanding Complications and Recovery
Right lower abdominal pain after appendicitis? In mid-December last year, I experienced severe pain in my lower right abdomen and went to the emergency department at National Taiwan University Hospital. Since I am a leukemia patient (three years post-transplant), the doctors were...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
After an appendectomy, there may be several complications, including wound infection, abdominal wall hernia, intra-abdominal abscess, and intestinal obstruction. Additionally, there may be a lump near the incision site, which is a scar from the wound closure and typically stabili...[Read More] Post-Appendicitis Pain: Understanding Complications and Recovery
Understanding Laparoscopic Appendectomy: Why Multiple Incisions?
Regarding the issue of appendicitis and the need for laparoscopic surgery? My son is about five years old and recently underwent laparoscopic surgery for appendicitis. However, the appendix is located on the right side. Why does my son have one incision on his abdomen? There are ...
Dr. He Zhenming Reply:
Hello: Laparoscopic appendectomy typically requires three small incisions (one at the umbilicus and two additional incisions in the abdomen, each approximately 0.5 to 1 centimeter in size). Generally, in children, the incisions for appendectomy are already quite small, so there i...[Read More] Understanding Laparoscopic Appendectomy: Why Multiple Incisions?
Key Considerations for Consuming Pig Skin: Medical Insights
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text you would When it comes to pig skin, what should one be cautious about? For example, are there certain things that should not be consumed? What is this referred to in the medical field (scientific t...
Dr. Lin Hongmao Reply:
Hello: This is a case related to otolaryngology, which I am not familiar with, so I searched for some information online. Please refer to the commonly known "pig's head skin" mumps, which is a viral infection that spreads through droplets and saliva contact, invadi...[Read More] Key Considerations for Consuming Pig Skin: Medical Insights
Post-Appendectomy Pain: Is It Normal 23 Days After Surgery?
It has been 23 days since the appendectomy, and there is still pain at the incision site when walking? Hello, Dr. Hsieh: I have a question. I underwent surgery for suppurative appendicitis at the end of September and was discharged on October 2nd. On October 7th, my wound was sw...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
I'm sorry for only seeing your question now. Based on your description, you are likely suffering from severe appendicitis, possibly with a perforated purulent appendicitis, which is why a drainage tube was placed postoperatively. If the doctor is considering removing the sut...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Pain: Is It Normal 23 Days After Surgery?
Post-Appendectomy Urinary Retention: Causes and Considerations
Precautions for Appendectomy: After an appendectomy, why is there difficulty in urination?
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Appendicitis surgery is performed under spinal anesthesia (regional anesthesia). This type of anesthesia blocks both sensory and motor nerves, as well as sympathetic nerves, which means you will not feel pain (sensory nerves), will be unable to move (motor nerves), and will also ...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Urinary Retention: Causes and Considerations
Is the Colon the Same as the Rectum? Understanding Their Differences
Is the colon the same as the rectum? Doctor, is the colon the same as the rectum? Are they the same organ? Is a colonoscopy the same as a sigmoidoscopy? Thank you for your response, Doctor.
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
The human colon is medically divided into the ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon, sigmoid colon, rectum, and anus. The ascending colon connects to the ileum, and this junction is referred to as the cecum, with the appendix being a small protruding organ at the en...[Read More] Is the Colon the Same as the Rectum? Understanding Their Differences
Post-Appendectomy Concerns: Hard Lump and Blood in Stool Explained
Hello, I would like to inquire about the situation after an appendectomy? Hello, I had surgery on March 3 for acute appendicitis and was discharged on March 11. The wound healing seems to be going well, but I noticed a hard lump below the incision. On March 27, I discovered blood...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Reply to Mr. Lin: The surgical wound appears normal on the surface, but there is a hard lump underneath, which may be a normal part of the healing process or could indicate an abnormal blood clot or abscess. A differential diagnosis is necessary. Regarding the presence of blood i...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Concerns: Hard Lump and Blood in Stool Explained
Understanding Hemostatic Clips in Appendectomy: Titanium vs. Silver
Hemostatic agents for appendectomy? I apologize for the interruption! Dr. Hou mentioned that appendicitis was treated with laparoscopic surgery, and that the hemostatic clip left inside is made of titanium. However, when I followed up with the original physician, he stated that t...
Dr. Hou Yongji Reply:
Hello: Currently, medical devices are designed to save lives, and regardless of the materials used, they are primarily made of biocompatible metals. This means that the likelihood of triggering inflammation in the human body is very low. Therefore, whether it is titanium or silve...[Read More] Understanding Hemostatic Clips in Appendectomy: Titanium vs. Silver
Are Surgical Staples Left in the Abdomen After Appendectomy?
Surgical staples in the abdominal cavity post-operation? In June 2002, I underwent laparoscopic surgery for acute appendicitis, and the recovery was relatively good. This October, during a comprehensive health check-up, an abdominal X-ray unexpectedly revealed four or five staple...
Dr. Hou Yongji Reply:
Hello: It is quite normal for laparoscopic surgery to use titanium hemostatic clips, and there is generally no need to remove them, nor are there any long-term side effects. Please trust the medical procedures performed by your physician. If you have any questions, you can discus...[Read More] Are Surgical Staples Left in the Abdomen After Appendectomy?
Understanding Post-Surgery Care for Children with Appendicitis
Please help me? Hello, Dr. Ke. My child is currently 6 years old. From January 23 to 30, she experienced abdominal distension, pain, vomiting, and diarrhea, leading to two emergency visits and two outpatient visits, all diagnosed as acute gastroenteritis. Despite enemas and medic...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your concerns: First, I would like to advise this mother not to be too hard on herself. Diagnosing appendicitis can sometimes be quite challenging, even for experienced doctors. Now that the surgery has been performed and treatment has been initiated, there ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Care for Children with Appendicitis
Why Is My Brother Still Experiencing Complications After Appendectomy?
Why does someone with appendicitis experience pus drainage even after being hospitalized for over ten days post-surgery? Hello Dr. Lee Jun-Te! My brother was admitted to the National Military 813 Hospital for surgery on November 6 due to appendicitis. His appendix was surrounded ...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Dear Ms. Junru, I apologize for the delay in responding to your email due to the hospital's computer system update. Regarding your brother's condition, he is experiencing a localized abscess or localized peritonitis due to a ruptured appendicitis. Typically, after an a...[Read More] Why Is My Brother Still Experiencing Complications After Appendectomy?
Understanding Black Threads in Post-Surgical Drainage: What You Need to Know
Unidentified black line? Hello Dr. Lee! I underwent surgery for appendicitis with a fistula on August 18 of this year. The affected area was treated by excision and suturing without resection of the bowel. I passed gas on August 20, had my first meal on August 26, and was dischar...
Dr. Li Junde Reply:
Dear Mr. Kuo, I apologize for the delay in responding to your email due to the hospital's computer system update. Regarding your question, it is unclear whether you are referring to a fistula resulting from appendicitis or a complication from appendicitis itself. In cases o...[Read More] Understanding Black Threads in Post-Surgical Drainage: What You Need to Know