Appendectomy recovery

I have always suffered with bloat and indigestion problems. But this was different. 24 hours after the pain started, I asked my sister to take me to the ER. Not once, did I suspect, it would be acute appendicitis. I thought it was food poisoning.

DISCLAIMER: I am not a medical professional, information is based on my own personal experience. Consult your doctor if you have any questions about your emergencies. #1 advice I will give you right now is LISTEN TO YOUR BODY! We caught this early because I listened! This week has been INSANE you guys! About 4 days ago I noticed things just weren't feeling right. I was eating healthier and sticking with my meal plans not having sweets or indulging on other things, but I was getting more and…

An appendectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix. Doctors use appendectomy to treat appendicitis. Learn more about the procedure here, including recovery, complications, and risks.

Hey Readers, As you've come to learn, I'm slightly glued to my recent appendectomy. Well, today, a reader, Cecilia, posted this comment here...

A thorough recount of my experience with appendicitis, getting an appendectomy (the appendix surgically removed) and recovering for the next few weeks following.

Your doctor removed your appendix either by making many small cuts, called incisions, in your belly (laparoscopic surgery) or through open surgery. In open surgery, the doctor makes one large incision. The incisions leave scars that usually fade over time. After your surgery, it is normal to feel weak and tired for...

Appendicitis often starts out feeling like a stomachache. Over time, the pain migrates to the lower right quadrant of your abdomen. Get medical help immediately.

Appendicitis is one of the most common surgical problems. One out of every 2,000 people has an appendectomy sometime during their lifetime.

Inflammation of the appendix. When the appendix becomes inflamed or infected, perforation may occur within a matter of hours, leading to peritonitis,

Learn about laparoscopic appendectomy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure for removing the appendix. Get insights on our blog.