Post-Appendectomy Care: Managing Long-Term Effects of Appendicitis
Peritonitis What are the potential complications of appendicitis surgery in childhood, and how should one take care of themselves afterward?
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Abdominal surgeries are typically classified into clean surgeries and contaminated surgeries. For example, hernia repair is considered a clean surgery, while perforated appendicitis is classified as a contaminated surgery. Contaminated surgeries tend to have a higher incidence of...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Care: Managing Long-Term Effects of Appendicitis
Post-Appendectomy Care for Children: Managing Complications and Symptoms
Postoperative care issues for pediatric appendicitis complicated by peritonitis? Hello, doctor. My child is 7 years old and was diagnosed with appendicitis complicated by peritonitis due to abdominal pain. After surgery, the drainage tube was left in place for 5 days and was remo...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello, in response to your question: There are two possible reasons for abdominal pain after appendectomy in children. One is that gastrointestinal function has not fully recovered post-surgery, leading to abdominal pain. The other is the complication of an intra-abdominal absces...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Care for Children: Managing Complications and Symptoms
Post-Appendectomy: Understanding Abdominal Bloating and Recovery
Post-appendiceal cancer surgery? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. I was diagnosed with acute appendicitis on March 15th of this year. I underwent laparoscopic surgery at Cathay General Hospital in Da'an District around 8 PM. After the surgery, I was able...
Dr. Hou Yongji Reply:
There are many uncertainties regarding the post-operative condition. If you experience any unusual reactions, please return for a follow-up appointment immediately. It is advisable to return to the original surgeon's clinic as soon as possible. Thank you.[Read More] Post-Appendectomy: Understanding Abdominal Bloating and Recovery
Understanding Post-Appendectomy Pain and Recovery Challenges
Appendectomy for appendicitis? Hello, doctor. My boyfriend underwent laparoscopic appendectomy on July 1st around noon, and the surgery was completed by around 2 PM. When I visited him at around 6 PM, he said, "The pain is unbearable." The nurse administered a strong pa...
Dr. Lai Jihong Reply:
1. Endoscopic surgery requires general anesthesia, which can affect gastrointestinal motility due to the anesthesia, leading to bloating and discomfort or pain in the abdomen. 2. Generally, it takes about half a day to a day for normal motility to resume after surgery. If there ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Appendectomy Pain and Recovery Challenges
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
Post-Appendectomy Fever: Understanding Complications and Care
Recurrent fever after appendectomy? Hello: My wife experienced abdominal pain on Friday, December 19. After half a day of observation and an ultrasound examination, she was diagnosed with acute appendicitis and underwent traditional open surgery. She was discharged on Sunday, Dec...
Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Dear Leo, This is Dr. Hsu Kai-Hsi from the Department of Surgery at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. Regarding the postoperative dressing changes for acute appendicitis, it depends on the situation. If the risk of wound infection is low in early acute appendici...[Read More] Post-Appendectomy Fever: Understanding Complications and Care
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
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-Appendectomy: Why Is My Abdomen Still Bloated?
Post-appendectomy Hello Doctor, I had an appendectomy on July 26 and have since had my stitches removed, but my abdomen is still very distended. I have asked my doctor about this, and he said it would go down once I pass gas, but I have passed gas and also had a bowel movement. W...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is possible to experience mild abdominal distension after appendectomy due to incomplete resolution of inflammation. As long as there is passing of gas, normal bowel movements, regular eating, and no fever, it should not be a concern.[Read More] Post-Appendectomy: Why Is My Abdomen Still Bloated?
Post-Appendectomy Recovery: Understanding Pain and Swelling Concerns
Post-appendectomy Hello Dr. Hsieh, I am ten days post-appendectomy and have been discharged from the hospital. Previously, there was some blood and white discharge from the wound, but now it has significantly decreased (almost none). However, sometimes I feel a bit of swelling be...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
It takes about six months for the wound to stabilize! Therefore, swelling of the wound is normal. Don't worry! Wishing you a speedy recovery![Read More] Post-Appendectomy Recovery: Understanding Pain and Swelling Concerns
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
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