A member asked:

I have been getting left shoulder pain again 6 weeks after laparoscopic appendectomy for a ruptured appendix. is it normal to still be feeling this?

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It is: unusual for referred shoulder pain to persist more than a few days after a laparoscopic procedure. You might be developing something serious, such as abscess. Please re-consult your surgeon for specific recommendation.

Answered 10/24/2017

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