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Hi.i had a lap appendectomy 45 days ago and developed pelvic peritonitis 3 weeks after the surgery.i was treated but now again i have pain in pelvis?

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Dr. Enrique Molina answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Get examined: first of all you need to have a major problem excluded such as an intra-abdominal abscess or recurrent infection. You should see your doctor ASAP, and possibly get imaging study done based on physical exam findings

Answered 10/27/2016

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