Creator: Dr. Smitha S. Dutt
Keywords: Abnormal, Anesthetic, Antibiotic, Appendix, Laparoscopy, glossary

Written by Dr. Smitha S. Dutt, PhD

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Nithin Jayan, MBBS, DNB

Last Updated on Sep 16, 2020

Glossary

Anorexia: Abnormality in eating that results in low body weight. Individuals have a desire to remain thin and are fearful of weight gain.

Epigastric: The upper area of the abdomen just below the ribs.

Peritonitis: Inflammation of the peritoneum, i.e. the thin tissue that lines the inner wall of the abdomen.

RLQ: Right lower quadrant of the abdomen.

Abscess: A confines collection of pus.

Sepsis: Sepsis is the body’s inordinate and potentially life-threatening response to an infection.

Published on Jun 21, 2011
Last Updated on Sep 16, 2020

Comments

Nontombi Monday, February 23, 2015

My sister had appendix, the doctors operate her and discharged her after a week she found that she do have pains and have to go to hospital, the doctors find that she do have infection now its been a month and the doctors decide to discharge her again, they said they will give her instructions on how to clean the infection, the operation is not closed they said she can stay 3 to 4 months with this kind of situation, we are not sure what to do, whether we must hire a special doctor or what, please help

kenzielayne Saturday, October 12, 2013

Its been a week since my dads removal of his appendix and today he said he drank water and it was leaking out of his incision. What does that indicate ?

Gokanye Friday, November 8, 2013

This can indicate a number of things. Most likely he just has fluid in his peritoneum [abdominal cavity] that is forced out of the incision when the stomach expands. It could also be that the appendix was not ditched up properly but that is unlikely and would be accompanied with pain. I suggest you see your doctor/surgeon as soon as possible.

sandyc706 Tuesday, August 20, 2013

My daughter had appendectomy 3 days ago and is doing pretty well. It was laproscopic and has 3 tiny incisions, one on her belly button and two more about 2 inches under. It was an emergency surgery and was sent home without follow up instructions, she has appointment to see the doctor in 3 weeks. They left small pieces of tape covering her wounds. And she now wants me to remove the tape and clean the wounds. What do ya think?

lanashaps Friday, July 26, 2013

Hi, I had my appendix out 1 month ago, I am still getting a persisting pain, been back to the doctor's and they said I need another two weeks off work, he felt my stomach where the pain was and I almost cried with pain, he said he was puzzled with why I was still feeling pain and said if the pain hurts when doing something 'don't do it', now does anyone know when I will feel better? Iam getting bored of not being able to do anything, I want to get back to work and back to competing horses. Any ideas anyone?

xena1953 Monday, August 5, 2013

Hope it wasn't done in Florida. Hate to say it, but it doesn't seem any doctor/surgeon knows what they are doing. After an appendix ruptures, nothing for 24 hrs. - then small water, clear liquids, and light solid foods. Activates after a wk., should be light walks and lifting, driving, showers,etc. But sorry to say, medical staff in Florida do NOT seem competent!

expensive Wednesday, February 6, 2013

please my sister is still having pains after the appendix operation she is feeling cold and she is very weak

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