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The surgical removal of the appendix is called appendectomy. The appendix is removed if it becomes painful and inflamed (appendicitis). Appendix if not removed right away in acute cases of appendicitis, it can burst and infect the abdominal cavity.

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Why do I still have pain 20 days after an appendectomy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. I have seen the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Does my ultrasound diagnosis of appendicitis need surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had seen your report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), and the CBC (complete blood count) is not showing any shift to the left or high total count.

Should I worry about pain after my appendectomy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As a pulse, blood pressure is normal. It seems to be due to gastritis. Take very simple and light foods for five days.

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I have a fleshy growth over the stitches of appendicectomy. What is it?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The fleshy lumps you are feeling in the incision area are granulomas due to the body's reaction against the material of the stitches.

What causes stomach gurgling, and what are its solutions?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Firstly, the removal of the appendix has nothing to do with gurgles.

Why my daughter, 10, has a painful lump after appendectomy?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Having severe pain and diarrhea post-surgery is a point of concern. From your description, there are two possibilities.

What is the baby’s risk of inheriting hemophilia maternally?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am deeply concerned about your situation.

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Would you consider vomiting after three days of appendix surgery a normal one?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If it is just vomiting without fever or pain in the abdomen and otherwise passing flatus and stools and able to eat well rest of the day, then it should be fine.

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Had an appendectomy last week, they started me on antibiotics, Flagyl, through an IV. Would this affect my birth control?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flagyl (Metronidazole) as such has no effect on birth control. You need not take any extra precautions for the sake of Flagyl itself.

I have sharp pain in my stomach after an appendectomy. Is this normal?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. These can happen occasionally for two to three weeks. If you do not have any fever, then it is alright. Have soft feeds and lots of water daily.

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