Do follow lifestyle modifications like this - 1)Avoid strenuous activity at first. If your appendectomy was done laparoscopically, limit your activity for 10 days. 2)Support your abdomen when you cough. Place a pillow over your abdomen and apply pressure before you cough, laugh or move to help reduce pain. 3)Call your doctor if your pain medications aren't helping. Being in pain puts extra stress on your body and slows the healing process. 4)Get up and move when you're ready. Start slowly and increase your activity as you feel up to it. Start with short walks. 5)Sleep when tired. As your body heals, you may find you feel sleepier than usual. Take it easy and rest when you need to. Hope that helps