Understanding Recovery After Appendicitis and Peritonitis
Recovery period after peritonitis? It's been two months since my discharge. I had appendicitis accompanied by gastroenteritis, which led to peritonitis. Although I have been discharged and the doctor told me that I don't need to see him anymore, I've been experienc...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
After surgery, the healing of the wound requires tissue growth and repair, which can lead to sensations of itching. Additionally, due to the presence of postoperative scars, patients may occasionally experience discomfort or a dull ache, which typically improves over time. Genera...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Appendicitis and Peritonitis
Post-Surgery Complications: Managing Fever and Infection After Gastric Surgery
Worsening condition after gastric surgery with recurrent fever? On April 22, my mother was admitted to the hospital after experiencing abdominal pain for several days. The doctor explained that she had a perforated stomach and needed surgery. She is 72 years old and has diabetes ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, I hope that you can trust that your mother's attending physician is doing everything possible to treat her. From your letter, it seems that her condition is quite complex, and it is difficult to determine the exact issue based on the prov...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Managing Fever and Infection After Gastric Surgery
Understanding Peritonitis Treatment: What to Expect in Critical Care
Treatment of peritonitis? My sister was admitted to Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital two days ago due to abdominal pain. She is currently in the surgical intensive care unit. The physician diagnosed her with peritonitis. The attending physician has been administering antibi...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
It appears that the patient is exhibiting signs of sepsis, which is associated with a decrease in blood pressure. There are many potential causes of sepsis, and a definitive diagnosis requires correlating clinical manifestations with various tests. Sometimes, the initial symptoms...[Read More] Understanding Peritonitis Treatment: What to Expect in Critical Care
Risks of Peritoneal Infection and Splenectomy in Cirrhosis Patients
The risks of performing peritonitis and splenectomy in patients with liver cirrhosis? My mother is suffering from liver cirrhosis and lymphoma, for which she is undergoing chemotherapy and taking liver support medications. Recently, she was hospitalized due to hematuria. During h...
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
Peritonitis is classified into primary and secondary types. Primary peritonitis is mostly caused by decreased immunity due to liver cirrhosis, has a low incidence rate, and requires the exclusion of secondary peritonitis as a possibility for diagnosis. However, this exclusion pro...[Read More] Risks of Peritoneal Infection and Splenectomy in Cirrhosis Patients
Surgical Risks and Alternatives for Peritonitis in Cirrhosis Patients
Surgical intervention for peritonitis in patients with liver cirrhosis? My mother is 62 years old and has been undergoing chemotherapy for lymphoma. However, she also has liver cirrhosis, which has led to her hospitalization for treatment. Currently, the hospital has diagnosed he...
Dr. He Zhenming Reply:
Hello, netizen: There are many causes of peritonitis, and the type of surgery performed can also affect the surgical risks. Additionally, your mother has cirrhosis and has undergone chemotherapy, which significantly increases the surgical risks. However, it is important to clarif...[Read More] Surgical Risks and Alternatives for Peritonitis in Cirrhosis Patients
Post-Appendectomy Complications: What to Expect and When to Seek Help
Postoperative complications following surgery for peritonitis? Hello, about three weeks ago, my sister, who has a history of migraines, took some painkillers on her own and went to a small clinic on the third day. The doctor prescribed her fever medication and gastric medication,...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Based on your description, it appears to be acute appendicitis with rupture, leading to peritonitis. After an exploratory laparotomy, as long as the appendix is removed, the inflamed abscess is drained, and a drainage tube is placed, there should not be any major issues. If there...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Complications: What to Expect and When to Seek Help
Understanding Appendicitis and Post-Surgery Recovery Challenges
Appendectomy for peritonitis? Hello Doctor: I am currently serving in the military. At the end of February, I was taken to the emergency room due to acute appendicitis. I stayed in the emergency room for over 10 hours! A few hours before the surgery, my attending surgeon wanted t...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
You asked many questions, and I will respond to each one. 1. Pain from appendicitis? Answer: Early appendicitis pain can present as discomfort in the upper abdomen (below the xiphoid process), which then migrates to the right lower abdomen. If the condition is prolonged, the in...[Read More] Understanding Appendicitis and Post-Surgery Recovery Challenges
Understanding Ovarian and Uterine Infections: A Mother's Health Journey
My mother? My mother went to the emergency room on Sunday, thinking she had a bowel twist. However, after undergoing tests yesterday morning, the doctor said that initially, there was pus in her ovaries and uterus. She had deliberately concealed her condition to avoid worrying th...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Director Hsu Kai-Hsi of the Tainan Hospital, Department of Surgery, Based on your description, the cause of your mother's peritonitis is due to a purulent infection and rupture of the ovaries and uterus, which could potentially lead to sepsis. Sepsis is defined as the...[Read More] Understanding Ovarian and Uterine Infections: A Mother's Health Journey
Post-Appendicitis Surgery: Recovery Time, Diet, and Care Tips
Postoperative issues following peritonitis surgery? The typical hospital stay after surgery for peritonitis is usually around 5 to 7 days, but this can vary depending on the patient's condition and recovery progress. Your friend may need to return to the hospital for wound c...
Dr. Huang Junxiong Reply:
Hello: 1. There are many causes of peritonitis, and the length of hospitalization depends on the specific cause, type of surgery, and whether there are any postoperative complications. Generally, it is at least three to five days. 2. There may be signs of wound inflammation, and ...[Read More] Post-Appendicitis Surgery: Recovery Time, Diet, and Care Tips
Post-Operative Concerns: Managing Abdominal Distension After Surgery
Postoperative peritonitis It has been three days since the surgery, and I am experiencing the original feeling of abdominal bloating and discomfort again (everything was fine on the first day post-surgery). The doctor advised me to be more active and to follow the instructions fo...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Ritapapa, This is Dr. Hsu Kai-Hsi from the Department of Surgery at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. Regarding dietary and activity guidelines after surgery for peritonitis, these may vary depending on the specific procedure performed. The surgeon who perfor...[Read More] Post-Operative Concerns: Managing Abdominal Distension After Surgery
Understanding Post-Appendectomy Symptoms: High White Blood Cell Count Concerns
Appendicitis I would like to ask if having elevated white blood cell counts during a follow-up visit after appendicitis drainage tube removal indicates a potential recurrence or if it could be due to other issues. What could happen if the drainage tube was removed before proper d...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello Ms. Chang: After an appendectomy, if a drainage tube was placed, there may be a temporary increase in white blood cell count after its removal. This is often due to the slower healing of the drainage site. However, it is important to consider how high the white blood cell c...[Read More] Understanding Post-Appendectomy Symptoms: High White Blood Cell Count Concerns
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
Understanding CA 19-9 Levels: What Mild Abnormalities Mean for Your Health
Health check-up The CA 19-9 test shows a slight abnormality in your health check. What does this mean? Given my age, what could be the reasons for the elevated levels? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Zhihui Reply:
CA 19-9 is a tumor marker that is primarily elevated in cancers of the liver, bile ducts, and pancreas. The normal value is < 37 U/mL. However, a level above 120 U/mL is typically required to have diagnostic significance (indicating a high suspicion of cancer). Conditions such...[Read More] Understanding CA 19-9 Levels: What Mild Abnormalities Mean for Your Health
Understanding Peritonitis: Treatment Duration and Complications Explained
Peritonitis I have browsed online for information regarding the symptoms of peritonitis, but I am still unclear about the treatment duration for peritonitis. My sister underwent an appendectomy, and about a week later, she showed signs of peritonitis. She has been treated with an...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. 1. After appendectomy, some patients may develop peritonitis. Antibiotic treatment is effective for some of these patients, but a portion may localize their bacterial infection, resulting in an intra-abdominal abscess (which you referred to as...[Read More] Understanding Peritonitis: Treatment Duration and Complications Explained
Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Elderly Patients with Peritonitis and Kidney Stones
How to recover after surgery for peritonitis and kidney stones? Hello, Doctor. My father underwent surgery for abdominal pain complicated by peritonitis in June and is scheduled for extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy for kidney stones. What kind of post-treatment care should h...
Dr. He Zhenming Reply:
For body conditioning, it is more suitable to consult a traditional Chinese medicine physician. Dr. He Zhenming.[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Elderly Patients with Peritonitis and Kidney Stones
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
Understanding Post-Surgery Abdominal Distension: Causes and Solutions
Distressing abdominal bloating issue? Hello, Dr. Lin. A year ago, I underwent surgery for intestinal volvulus due to severe abdominal pain (there was no visible bloating). After the surgery, the doctor informed me that the cause was volvulus, and my mother, who was in the operati...
Dr. Lin Hongmao Reply:
Hello: The following information is extracted from the website of the Department of Colorectal Surgery at Tri-Service General Hospital, and it is quite detailed for your reference: Volvulus refers to the twisting of an organ around its axis, which can occur in the stomach, spleen...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Abdominal Distension: Causes and Solutions