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Three days out from an appendectomy. no decrease in symptoms and i'm again experiencing lrq pain. i have not had a bowel movement or passed gas. bladder pain during urination. i have difficulty sleeping and eating. does this warrant an appt?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

S/p appy: Yes. Go to ER could have prolonged ileus, abscess, adhesion, volvulus,. Any pain that interferes with sleep warrants ER visit

Dr Anyanwu and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 10/22/2017

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A member asked:

Three days out from an appendectomy. no decrease in symptoms and i'm again experiencing lrq pain. i have not had a bowel movement or passed gas. bladder pain during urination. i have difficulty sleeping and eating. does this warrant an appt?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Dr Anyanwu and 4 doctors agreed

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