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Laparoscopic appendectomy

2022-10-16 08:55:33
I had laparoscopic appendectomy 3 days back and had bowel movement today, stool is whitish Grey and brown in colour is it okay? Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance
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Dn’t worry mam, check for 2 days more and get back

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No need to worry

Answered2022-10-17 15:26:16

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It’s ok if it is your first or second stool after surgery. If it continues to occur ,then it needs further evaluation. Don’t take NSAID (Pain killers)
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Get your Haemoglobin levels checked if stool is brown or red colour and contact your surgeon

Answered2022-10-16 10:23:41

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It is okay to have stool like this. If it continues,then you consult your primary DOCTOR

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No worries, observe it.

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