Question 1

what does a post appendectomy abscess feel like?

Accepted Answer

RLQ pain: When an abscess forms after an appendectomy it usually causes continued pain in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen.  The pain can be in the midline or even a bit to the left depending on the abscess location.  There is usually tenderness to palpation, fever and an elevated WBC count.  A ct scan of the abdomen and pelvis is the best diagnostic test.

Question 2

lost weight post appendectomy and not gaining again...  wat to do?

Accepted Answer

You will gain: If that is the only problem, need couple wks of time to recuperate completely.

Question 3

is it possible that post appendectomy surgery (40 years later) have anything to do with my condition; diarrhea that is severe, least 3 days a week?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: The only correlation here could be scar tissue or adhesions from the old surgery. This can sometimes affect bowel flow. Typically it is  constipation, pain or complete obstruction that people complain of. Diarrhea is less commonly associated with adhesions. Please see your doctor for more thorough evaluation to help you feel good.

Question 4

abscess pain post appendectomy laparoscopy, what to do?

Accepted Answer

See your surgeon!: If you have an abscess, it must be drained.  If it has been drained, and you are having pain from the drain, that will improve as the abscess resolves.  I am assuming if you know you have an abscess, someone is treating it.  Abscesses (an infected fluid collection) are painful, but that usually improves with drainage and antibiotics.

Question 5

what are the causes of vomiting one week post appendectomy?

Accepted Answer

New abscess or adhes: The inflammatory process of the disease, and the surgery can kink up the bowels and cause blockage. It needs to be seen by the surgeon who operated.As soon as possible.

Question 6

post-appendectomy via laparoscopic removal 10 days ago, sharp pains rectal / anal started 4 days ago strange bruising (straight line about the size of incision) above pelvic incision site. pelvic pain but could also be from my period?

Accepted Answer

: The bruising is likely related to the surgery. You should call your doctor about the rectal pain since that doctor knows you best. If the rectal pain does not go away, you probably need to see your doctor. Good luck to you!

Question 7

is it common for nausea and vomiting start  a week post appendectomy?

Accepted Answer

No: You may have an unrelated viral gastroenteritis. But to be on the safe side call your surgeon to be on the safe side.

Question 8

i have post appendectomy fluid in abdomen, it got inflamed after antibiotics treatment, everything was fine, i'm experiencing mild symptoms again advic?

Accepted Answer

Could be abscess : It is unusual to develop fluid after a straightforward appendectomy but it can happen. The fluid should be drained with a needle under ct or ultrasound guidance to make sure it is all removed.

Question 9

i am 8 days post appendectomy. i am dealing with bowel irregularity even though i am off meds. would there be a risk doing enemas with this type of surgery? i usually respond well to enemas. i am already using still softeners?

Accepted Answer

: Should be no risks.  Might also try using miralax to move things along.

Question 10

daughter is six days post-appendectomy and she is vomiting until nothing but green bile left to vomit.  she is sleeping now, what should we do?

Accepted Answer

If you cannot: hold anything down, you get dehydrated. A lot of complciations can cause this. but if someone cannot keep liquids down, there's not much choice except to get immediate treatment.

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What does a post appendectomy abscess feel like?

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Lost weight post appendectomy and not gaining again... wat to do?

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Is it possible that post appendectomy surgery (40 years later) have anything to do with my condition; diarrhea that is severe, least 3 days a week?

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Abscess pain post appendectomy laparoscopy, what to do?

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What are the causes of vomiting one week post appendectomy?

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Post-appendectomy via laparoscopic removal 10 days ago, sharp pains rectal / anal started 4 days ago strange bruising (straight line about the size of incision) above pelvic incision site. pelvic pain but could also be from my period?

A member asked:

Is it common for nausea and vomiting start a week post appendectomy?

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I have post appendectomy fluid in abdomen, it got inflamed after antibiotics treatment, everything was fine, i'm experiencing mild symptoms again advic?

A member asked:

I am 8 days post appendectomy. i am dealing with bowel irregularity even though i am off meds. would there be a risk doing enemas with this type of surgery? i usually respond well to enemas. i am already using still softeners?

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Daughter is six days post-appendectomy and she is vomiting until nothing but green bile left to vomit. she is sleeping now, what should we do?

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